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7.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDbNR19371h 20mUnited States of America

52nd Street

“It's swingy...It's Zingy...with the biggest stars of Swing lane to entertain you as never before!”

Synopsis

The story of how 52nd Street became New York City's "Nightclub Row" in the 1930s.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

November 19, 1937

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Harold Young
Screenplay & Story
Sid Silvers, Grover Jones
Original Score
Alfred Newman
Original Title
52nd Street
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 20m
Production Studios
Walter Wanger Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Harold Young

Screenplay & Story

Sid Silvers, Grover Jones

Original Score & Music

Alfred Newman

Director of Photography

George Schneiderman

Film Editing

William Reynolds

Producers

Walter Wanger

Department Leadership Roster

William Reynolds

Editor

George Schneiderman

Director of Photography

Helen Taylor

Costume Design

Alfred Newman

Alfred Newman

Original Music Composer

Walter Wanger

Producer

Sid Silvers

Sid Silvers

Writer

Grover Jones

Grover Jones

Writer

Harold Young

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for 52nd Street.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 52nd Street

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is 52nd Street about?

The story of how 52nd Street became New York City's "Nightclub Row" in the 1930s.

Who directed 52nd Street?

52nd Street was directed by Harold Young.

Who stars in 52nd Street?

The principal cast of 52nd Street includes Ian Hunter, Pat Paterson, Leo Carrillo, Ella Logan, Zasu Pitts.

When was 52nd Street released and how long is it?

52nd Street was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.

Who composed the musical score for 52nd Street?

The original motion picture soundtrack for 52nd Street was composed by Alfred Newman.

What is the age rating and content advisory for 52nd Street?

52nd Street holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).