Hollywood Hotel
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Synopsis
After losing a coveted role in an upcoming film to another actress, screen queen Mona Marshall (Lola Lane) protests by refusing to appear at her current movie's premiere. Her agent discovers struggling actress Virginia Stanton (Rosemary Lane) -- an exact match for Mona -- and sends her to the premiere instead, with young musician Ronnie Bowers (Dick Powell). After various mishaps, including a case of mistaken identity, Ronnie and Virginia struggle to find success in Hollywood.
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Type: Clip • Published 2009-05-02
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Dick Powell
Ronnie Bowers
Rosemary Lane
Virginia Stanton
Lola Lane
Mona Marshall
Hugh Herbert
Chester Marshall
Ted Healy
Fuzzy Boyle
Glenda Farrell
Miss Jones, 'Jonesy'
Johnnie Davis
Georgia
Louella Parsons
Louella Parsons
Alan Mowbray
Alexander Duprey
Mabel Todd
Dot Marshall
Frances Langford
Alice
Jerry Cooper
Jerry Cooper
Grant Mitchell
B.L. Faulkin
Edgar Kennedy
Callaghan
Fritz Feld
The Russian
Curt Bois
Butch, Dress Designer
Perc Westmore
Perc Westmore
Eddie Acuff
Cameraman
Release History & Theatrical Window
Hollywood, California
Festival / Special Debut
January 15, 1938
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Busby Berkeley
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Macaulay, Maurice Leo, Jerry Wald
- Original Score
- Heinz Roemheld, Ray Heindorf
- Original Title
- Hollywood Hotel
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures, First National Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Busby Berkeley
Richard Macaulay, Maurice Leo, Jerry Wald
Heinz Roemheld, Ray Heindorf
Charles Rosher
George Amy
Hal B. Wallis, Jack L. Warner
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Macaulay
Screenplay
Busby Berkeley
Director
Maurice Leo
Screenplay
Jerry Wald
Screenplay
George Amy
Editor
Orry-Kelly
Costume Design
Charles Rosher
Director of Photography
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hollywood Hotel
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What is Hollywood Hotel about?
After losing a coveted role in an upcoming film to another actress, screen queen Mona Marshall (Lola Lane) protests by refusing to appear at her current movie's premiere. Her agent discovers struggling actress Virginia Stanton (Rosemary Lane) -- an exact match for Mona -- and sends her to the premiere instead, with young musician Ronnie Bowers (Dick Powell). After various mishaps, including a case of mistaken identity, Ronnie and Virginia struggle to find success in Hollywood.
Who directed Hollywood Hotel?
Hollywood Hotel was directed by Busby Berkeley.
Who stars in Hollywood Hotel?
The principal cast of Hollywood Hotel includes Dick Powell, Rosemary Lane, Lola Lane, Hugh Herbert, Ted Healy.
When was Hollywood Hotel released and how long is it?
Hollywood Hotel was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
Who composed the musical score for Hollywood Hotel?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hollywood Hotel was composed by Heinz Roemheld, Ray Heindorf.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hollywood Hotel?
Hollywood Hotel holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).