The Wedding March
“Dashing, Impetuous, Insolent. the playboy of Vienna- handsome, well-born, idol of the ladies- Prince Nicki, portrayed by Erich Von Stroheim. Riotous, color-splashed romance of Vienna.”
Synopsis
Against the backdrop of Vienna's hidebound caste system, aristocrat and army officer Nicki is attracted to peasant Mitzi, although he knows it cannot last. Acquiescing to familial pressure, he ultimately gives her up to marry the more socially acceptable – albeit crippled – heiress Cecelia. Mitzi, for her part, is heartbroken and must resign herself to marrying churlish butcher Schani Eberle.
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Erich von Stroheim
Nicki / Prince Nickolas
Fay Wray
Mitzi / Mitzerl Schrammell
George Fawcett
le prince Ottokar
Maude George
la princesse Maria
Cesare Gravina
Martin Schrammell
Dale Fuller
Katerina Schrammel
Matthew Betz
Schani Eberle
Zasu Pitts
Cecelia Schweisser
George Nichols
The Industrialist
Hughie Mack
Johann Eberle - the Wine-grower
Sidney Bracey
Navratil
Anton Vaverka
Emperor Franz-Josef
Albert Conti
Imperial Guard
Claire Delmar
Noble Lady at Corpus Christi Mass
Ray Erlenborn
Altar Boy
Danny Hoy
Mountain Guide
Hans Joby
Imperial Guard
Tiny Jones
Small Woman at Corpus Christi Procession
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 6, 1928
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Erich von Stroheim
- Screenplay & Story
- Harry Carr, Erich von Stroheim
- Original Score
- J.S. Zamecnik
- Original Title
- The Wedding March
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Famous Lasky Corporation, Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Erich von Stroheim
Harry Carr, Erich von Stroheim
J.S. Zamecnik
Roy H. Klaffki, Ray Rennahan
Frank E. Hull
Adolph Zukor, Pat Powers, Jesse L. Lasky, Erich von Stroheim
Department Leadership Roster
Erich von Stroheim
Director
Roy H. Klaffki
Director of Photography
Ray Rennahan
Director of Photography
J.S. Zamecnik
Original Music Composer
Harry Carr
Writer
Frank E. Hull
Editor
Erich von Stroheim
Writer
Pat Powers
Producer
Erich von Stroheim
Producer
Max Rée
Costume Design
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 The Wedding March
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What is The Wedding March about?
Against the backdrop of Vienna's hidebound caste system, aristocrat and army officer Nicki is attracted to peasant Mitzi, although he knows it cannot last. Acquiescing to familial pressure, he ultimately gives her up to marry the more socially acceptable – albeit crippled – heiress Cecelia. Mitzi, for her part, is heartbroken and must resign herself to marrying churlish butcher Schani Eberle.
Who directed The Wedding March?
The Wedding March was directed by Erich von Stroheim.
Who stars in The Wedding March?
The principal cast of The Wedding March includes Erich von Stroheim, Fay Wray, George Fawcett, Maude George, Cesare Gravina.
When was The Wedding March released and how long is it?
The Wedding March was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
Who composed the musical score for The Wedding March?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Wedding March was composed by J.S. Zamecnik.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Wedding March?
The Wedding March holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).