Brothers
Synopsis
Bob Naughton and Eddie Connolly are identical-twin brothers that were separated in infancy. Bob is raised by a rich lawyer, has all the advantages, but is a drunk with no moral character. Eddie is a pianist in a speak-easy but a man of high character. Bob commits a murder and Eddie is blamed and faces life in prison.
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Bert Lytell
Bob Naughton / Eddie Connolly
Dorothy Sebastian
Norma Moore
William Morris
Dr. Moore
Richard Tucker
Prosecuting Attorney
Maurice Black
Giuseppe Michaelo Lorenzo
Frank McCormack
Oily Joe
Claire McDowell
Bess Naughton
Howard Hickman
John Naughton
Francis McDonald
Tony
Rita Carlyle
Mag
Jessie Arnold
Maud
Carmelita Geraghty
Paula
Aggie Herring
Mrs. Connelly
Neal Dodd
Minister (uncredited)
Selmer Jackson
Assistant Defense Attorney (uncredited)
Lee Phelps
Bailiff (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 19, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Walter Lang
- Screenplay & Story
- Herbert Aston Jr., Sidney Lazarus, John T. Neville, Charles R. Condon
- Original Title
- Brothers
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Walter Lang
Herbert Aston Jr., Sidney Lazarus, John T. Neville, Charles R. Condon
Gene Havlick
Harry Cohn
Department Leadership Roster
Walter Lang
Director
Harry Cohn
Producer
Gene Havlick
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Brothers.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Brothers
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Brothers about?
Bob Naughton and Eddie Connolly are identical-twin brothers that were separated in infancy. Bob is raised by a rich lawyer, has all the advantages, but is a drunk with no moral character. Eddie is a pianist in a speak-easy but a man of high character. Bob commits a murder and Eddie is blamed and faces life in prison.
Who directed Brothers?
Brothers was directed by Walter Lang.
Who stars in Brothers?
The principal cast of Brothers includes Bert Lytell, Dorothy Sebastian, William Morris, Richard Tucker, Maurice Black.
When was Brothers released and how long is it?
Brothers was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.