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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 23, 1937
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Herbert Wilcox
- Screenplay & Story
- Laura Whetter
- Original Title
- Limelight
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Gaumont British Picture Corporation of America, Herbert Wilcox Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Herbert Wilcox
Laura Whetter
Freddie Young
Herbert Wilcox
Department Leadership Roster
Cathleen Mann
Costume Design
Laura Whetter
Writer
Herbert Wilcox
Director
Herbert Wilcox
Producer
Freddie Young
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Limelight
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Limelight about?
A chorus girl (Anna Neagle) discovers a singer (Arthur Tracy) in the streets and asks her producer to give him a shot at stardom.
Who directed Limelight?
Limelight was directed by Herbert Wilcox.
Who stars in Limelight?
The principal cast of Limelight includes Anna Neagle, Arthur Tracy, Tilly Losch, Jane Winton, Ellis Jeffreys.
When was Limelight released and how long is it?
Limelight was released in 1936 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.