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6.5 / 10(2 votes)IMDbNR193254mUnited States of America

Stowaway

Synopsis

On her first night as a dockside dancer, Mary Foster loses her job when she tries to fend of the advances of first mate Groder. On the street and being pursued by a Policeman who thinks she is a prostitute, Mary seeks shelter on an old freighter. She is soon discovered by second mate Tommy and they quickly fall in love, but with first mate Groder lurking around will their lives work out in the end?

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

March 1, 1932

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Phil Whitman
Screenplay & Story
Norman Springer
Original Title
Stowaway
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
54m
Production Studios
Universal Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Phil Whitman

Screenplay & Story

Norman Springer

Director of Photography

Leon Shamroy

Film Editing

Milton Carruth

Department Leadership Roster

Phil Whitman

Director

Norman Springer

Writer

Milton Carruth

Editor

Leon Shamroy

Leon Shamroy

Director of Photography

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Stowaway.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Stowaway

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Stowaway about?

On her first night as a dockside dancer, Mary Foster loses her job when she tries to fend of the advances of first mate Groder. On the street and being pursued by a Policeman who thinks she is a prostitute, Mary seeks shelter on an old freighter. She is soon discovered by second mate Tommy and they quickly fall in love, but with first mate Groder lurking around will their lives work out in the end?

Who directed Stowaway?

Stowaway was directed by Phil Whitman.

Who stars in Stowaway?

The principal cast of Stowaway includes Fay Wray, Leon Ames, Montagu Love, Lee Moran, Roscoe Karns.

When was Stowaway released and how long is it?

Stowaway was released in 1932 with a total runtime of 54m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Stowaway?

Stowaway holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).