The Courtship of the Newt
Synopsis
Robert Benchley revamps his pre-code classic "Sex Life of the Polyp" for a new generation.
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July 22, 1938
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roy Rowland
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Benchley
- Original Title
- The Courtship of the Newt
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 8m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roy Rowland
Robert Benchley
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Benchley
Writer
Roy Rowland
Director
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 Courtship of the Newt
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What is The Courtship of the Newt about?
Robert Benchley revamps his pre-code classic "Sex Life of the Polyp" for a new generation.
Who directed The Courtship of the Newt?
The Courtship of the Newt was directed by Roy Rowland.
Who stars in The Courtship of the Newt?
The principal cast of The Courtship of the Newt includes Robert Benchley, Jacques Lory.
When was The Courtship of the Newt released and how long is it?
The Courtship of the Newt was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 8m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Courtship of the Newt?
The Courtship of the Newt holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).