New Orleans
Synopsis
Billy, a jockey, and Jim, an assistant manager of a New Orleans racetrack, are close friends. They become bitter enemies because of Marie, an unprincipled young woman who marries Jim after betraying her first fiancé, Billy, on their wedding day. Marie's extravagance causes Jim to steal money from the office safe and to bet on Billy. Billy wins, but Jim is arrested and sent to jail when Marie neglects to replace the stolen money. Jim serves his term and is reunited with Billy after Marie and her lover are turned out of the house.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 1, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Reginald Barker
- Screenplay & Story
- Fanny Hatton, Frederic Hatton, Jack Natteford
- Original Score
- Ben Adam
- Original Title
- New Orleans
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Reginald Barker
Fanny Hatton, Frederic Hatton, Jack Natteford
Ben Adam
Harry Jackson
Robert Kern
Department Leadership Roster
Ben Adam
Original Music Composer
Reginald Barker
Director
Robert Kern
Editor
Fanny Hatton
Writer
Frederic Hatton
Writer
Harry Jackson
Director of Photography
Jack Natteford
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for New Orleans.
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Frequently Asked Questions About New Orleans
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is New Orleans about?
Billy, a jockey, and Jim, an assistant manager of a New Orleans racetrack, are close friends. They become bitter enemies because of Marie, an unprincipled young woman who marries Jim after betraying her first fiancé, Billy, on their wedding day. Marie's extravagance causes Jim to steal money from the office safe and to bet on Billy. Billy wins, but Jim is arrested and sent to jail when Marie neglects to replace the stolen money. Jim serves his term and is reunited with Billy after Marie and her lover are turned out of the house.
Who directed New Orleans?
New Orleans was directed by Reginald Barker.
Who stars in New Orleans?
The principal cast of New Orleans includes Ricardo Cortez, William Collier Jr., Alma Bennett.
When was New Orleans released and how long is it?
New Orleans was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
Who composed the musical score for New Orleans?
The original motion picture soundtrack for New Orleans was composed by Ben Adam.