

California
Synopsis
"The war with Mexico serves to bring together American officer and Mexican senorita, the former all ardent and the latter defiant because of the fact that their countries are at war. Coincident with the American victory is the successful conquest by the 'gringo' of the girl's heart."
Top Cast
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May 7, 1927
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- W.S. Van Dyke
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter B. Kyne, Frank Davis
- Original Title
- California
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
W.S. Van Dyke
Peter B. Kyne, Frank Davis
Department Leadership Roster
W.S. Van Dyke
Director
Frank Davis
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About California
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is California about?
"The war with Mexico serves to bring together American officer and Mexican senorita, the former all ardent and the latter defiant because of the fact that their countries are at war. Coincident with the American victory is the successful conquest by the 'gringo' of the girl's heart."
Who directed California?
California was directed by W.S. Van Dyke.
Who stars in California?
The principal cast of California includes Tim McCoy, Dorothy Sebastian, Marc McDermott, Frank Currier, Fred Warren.
When was California released and how long is it?
California was released in 1927 with a total runtime of 50m.

















