Champagne Waltz
“As gay and sparkling as a champagne cocktail!”
Synopsis
In Vienna, a new jazz club featuring American trumpeter Buzzy Bellew threatens the existence of its neighbor, the Waltz Palace, run by Franz Strauss and featuring his granddaughter, singer Elsa. Smitten by Elsa, Buzzy hides his identity and association with the club -- whose owner intends to buy out the Palace property. When Elsa accidentally learns who Buzzy really is, it appears he may have to return to America alone.
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Fred MacMurray
Buzzy Bellew
Gladys Swarthout
Elsa Strauss
Jack Oakie
Happy Gallagher
Fritz Leiber
Franz Strauss
Herman Bing
Max Snellinek
Vivienne Osborne
Countess Mariska
Veloz
Larry
Maude Eburne
Mrs. Scribner
Frank Forest
Karl Lieberlich
Benny Baker
Flip
Ernest Cossart
Waiter
James Burke
Mr. Scribner
Maurice Cass
Hugo
Guy Bates Post
Lumvedder
Carol Adams
Dancer
Rudolph Anders
Emperor Franz Joseph
Martha Bamattre
Peasant
Irene Bennett
Girl
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 5, 1937
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- A. Edward Sutherland
- Screenplay & Story
- Don Hartman
- Original Title
- Champagne Waltz
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
A. Edward Sutherland
Don Hartman, Billy Wilder, H.S. Kraft, Frank Butler
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Butler
Writer
Don Hartman
Screenplay
A. Edward Sutherland
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Champagne Waltz
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What is Champagne Waltz about?
In Vienna, a new jazz club featuring American trumpeter Buzzy Bellew threatens the existence of its neighbor, the Waltz Palace, run by Franz Strauss and featuring his granddaughter, singer Elsa. Smitten by Elsa, Buzzy hides his identity and association with the club -- whose owner intends to buy out the Palace property. When Elsa accidentally learns who Buzzy really is, it appears he may have to return to America alone.
Who directed Champagne Waltz?
Champagne Waltz was directed by A. Edward Sutherland.
Who stars in Champagne Waltz?
The principal cast of Champagne Waltz includes Fred MacMurray, Gladys Swarthout, Jack Oakie, Fritz Leiber, Herman Bing.
When was Champagne Waltz released and how long is it?
Champagne Waltz was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Champagne Waltz?
Champagne Waltz holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).