Speakeasy
Synopsis
Newspaper staffer Alice Woods persuades the editor to allow her to chase a story, that of prizefight contender Martin, who is about to fight for the championship. However, he does not know that his manager is preparing to double-cross him.
Top Cast
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Paul Page
Paul Martin
Lola Lane
Alice Woods
Sharon Lynn
Mazie
Henry B. Walthall
Piano player
Helen Ware
Min
Warren Hymer
Cannon Delmont
Stuart Erwin
Cy Williams
Erville Alderson
City editor
Ivan Linow
Wrestler
Joseph Cawthorn
Yokel
James Guilfoyle
Davey
Melva Cornell
Speakeasy patron
John Wayne
Extra
Helen Lynch
Speakeasy patron
Sailor Vincent
Marjorie Beebe
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 8, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Benjamin Stoloff
- Screenplay & Story
- George Rosener, Edward Knoblock
- Original Title
- Speakeasy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 2m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Benjamin Stoloff
George Rosener, Edward Knoblock
Department Leadership Roster
Benjamin Stoloff
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Speakeasy
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Speakeasy about?
Newspaper staffer Alice Woods persuades the editor to allow her to chase a story, that of prizefight contender Martin, who is about to fight for the championship. However, he does not know that his manager is preparing to double-cross him.
Who directed Speakeasy?
Speakeasy was directed by Benjamin Stoloff.
Who stars in Speakeasy?
The principal cast of Speakeasy includes Paul Page, Lola Lane, Sharon Lynn, Henry B. Walthall, Helen Ware.
When was Speakeasy released and how long is it?
Speakeasy was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 2m.
Is Speakeasy based on a book or true story?
Speakeasy is adapted from the following source material: Book: "George Rosener", Book: "Edward Knoblock".