Broadway Melody of 1940
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Synopsis
Johnny Brett and King Shaw are an unsuccessful dance team in New York. A producer discovers Brett as the new partner for Clare Bennett, but Brett, who thinks he is one of the people they lent money to, gives him the name of his partner.
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Top Cast
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Fred Astaire
Johnny Brett
Eleanor Powell
Clare Bennett
George Murphy
King Shaw
Frank Morgan
Bob Casey
Ian Hunter
Bert C. Matthews
Florence Rice
Amy Blake
Lynne Carver
Emmy Lou Lee
Ann Morriss
Pearl
Trixie Firschke
Juggler
Libby Taylor
Angel (uncredited)
George Chandler
Mr. Jones (uncredited)
Gladys Blake
Miss Martin (uncredited)
Mary Field
Second Bride (uncredited)
Irving Bacon
Orange Stand Counterman (uncredited)
James Flavin
Clancy (uncredited)
Joe Yule
Dan (uncredited)
Charlotte Arren
Opera Singer "Arren & Broderick" (uncredited)
Johnny Broderick
Pianist "Arren & Broderick" (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 9, 1940
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Norman Taurog
- Screenplay & Story
- George Oppenheimer, Leon Gordon
- Original Title
- Broadway Melody of 1940
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Norman Taurog
George Oppenheimer, Leon Gordon, Dore Schary, Jack McGowan, Cole Porter
Oliver T. Marsh, Joseph Ruttenberg
Blanche Sewell
Jack Cummings
Department Leadership Roster
Norman Taurog
Director
George Oppenheimer
Screenplay
Leon Gordon
Screenplay
Adrian
Costume Design
Fred Valles
Costume Design
Jack Cummings
Producer
Oliver T. Marsh
Director of Photography
Joseph Ruttenberg
Director of Photography
Blanche Sewell
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Frequently Asked Questions About Broadway Melody of 1940
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What is Broadway Melody of 1940 about?
Johnny Brett and King Shaw are an unsuccessful dance team in New York. A producer discovers Brett as the new partner for Clare Bennett, but Brett, who thinks he is one of the people they lent money to, gives him the name of his partner.
Who directed Broadway Melody of 1940?
Broadway Melody of 1940 was directed by Norman Taurog.
Who stars in Broadway Melody of 1940?
The principal cast of Broadway Melody of 1940 includes Fred Astaire, Eleanor Powell, George Murphy, Frank Morgan, Ian Hunter.
When was Broadway Melody of 1940 released and how long is it?
Broadway Melody of 1940 was released in 1940 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.