Beauty on Parade
“Watch scores of lovelies pitch their curves for the beauty crown!”
Synopsis
Marian Medford Woodstock gave up a chance twenty years ago to compete for the Miss USA beauty title in order to marry Jeffrey Woodstock. She hopes to realize her past ambitions for fame and fortune through her daughter Kay, whom she persuades to enter a local beauty contest. Kay wins and is interviewed by reporter Gil McRoberts, who advises her to get married and settle down. Jeffrey is very upset with his wife's and daughter's passion for beauty contests and, when Kay enters the national contest, he informs Marian that she must choose between him and her chase after empty honors for Kay.
Top Cast
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Robert Hutton
Gil McRoberts
Ruth Warrick
Marian Medford
Lola Albright
Kay Woodstock
John Ridgely
Jeffrey Woodstock
Hillary Brooke
Gloria Barton
Wally Vernon
Sam Short
Jimmy Lloyd
Johnny Fennell
Donna Gibson
Mona Booker
Frank Sully
Murph
Robert C. Hasha
Walker
Lillian Bronson
Mrs. Enfield-Hyphen-Hatch
Susanne Rosser
Minneapolis Minnesota Contestant
Josette Deegan
Detroit Michigan Contestant
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 4, 1950
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lew Landers
- Screenplay & Story
- Arthur E. Orloff, George Bricker
- Original Title
- Beauty on Parade
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lew Landers
Arthur E. Orloff, George Bricker
Department Leadership Roster
Arthur E. Orloff
Screenplay
George Bricker
Screenplay
Lew Landers
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Beauty on Parade.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beauty on Parade
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Beauty on Parade about?
Marian Medford Woodstock gave up a chance twenty years ago to compete for the Miss USA beauty title in order to marry Jeffrey Woodstock. She hopes to realize her past ambitions for fame and fortune through her daughter Kay, whom she persuades to enter a local beauty contest. Kay wins and is interviewed by reporter Gil McRoberts, who advises her to get married and settle down. Jeffrey is very upset with his wife's and daughter's passion for beauty contests and, when Kay enters the national contest, he informs Marian that she must choose between him and her chase after empty honors for Kay.
Who directed Beauty on Parade?
Beauty on Parade was directed by Lew Landers.
Who stars in Beauty on Parade?
The principal cast of Beauty on Parade includes Robert Hutton, Ruth Warrick, Lola Albright, John Ridgely, Hillary Brooke.
When was Beauty on Parade released and how long is it?
Beauty on Parade was released in 1950 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.