Go West Young Man
Synopsis
Sensational movie star Mavis Arden's following spans the world and her personal appearance tours prove her popularity. On her way home from one such appearance, Mavis' car breaks down. She orders her publicity agent to find her a place to stay, suspicious that he planned the breakdown to keep her away from a man. However, she soon finds herself mooning over an attractive local repairman and listening to his ideas about inventing equipment for film.
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Mae West
Mavis Arden
Warren William
Morgan
Randolph Scott
Bud Norton
Alice Brady
Mrs. Addie Struthers
Elizabeth Patterson
Aunt Kate Barnaby
Lyle Talbot
Francis X. Harrigan
Isabel Jewell
Gladys
Margaret Perry
Joyce Struthers
Etienne Girardot
Prof. Herbert Rigby
Maynard Holmes
Clyde
John Indrisano
Chauffeur
Alyce Ardell
Jeanette (French maid)
Nick Stewart
Nicodemus (as Nicodemus Stewart)
Charles Irwin
Master of Ceremonies
Walter Walker
Andy Kelton
Raquel Torres
Rico's Girlfriend in 'Drifting Lady'
Xavier Cugat
Orchestra Leader
Si Jenks
Joe (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 18, 1936
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Henry Hathaway
- Screenplay & Story
- Mae West
- Original Score
- George Stoll, Herbert Taylor
- Original Title
- Go West Young Man
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Emanuel Cohen Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henry Hathaway
Mae West, Lawrence Riley
George Stoll, Herbert Taylor
Karl Struss
Ray Curtiss
Emanuel Cohen, Adolph Zukor
Department Leadership Roster
Henry Hathaway
Director
Mae West
Screenplay
Karl Struss
Director of Photography
George Stoll
Original Music Composer
Herbert Taylor
Original Music Composer
Emanuel Cohen
Producer
Ray Curtiss
Editor
Irene Jones
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Go West Young Man
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Go West Young Man about?
Sensational movie star Mavis Arden's following spans the world and her personal appearance tours prove her popularity. On her way home from one such appearance, Mavis' car breaks down. She orders her publicity agent to find her a place to stay, suspicious that he planned the breakdown to keep her away from a man. However, she soon finds herself mooning over an attractive local repairman and listening to his ideas about inventing equipment for film.
Who directed Go West Young Man?
Go West Young Man was directed by Henry Hathaway.
Who stars in Go West Young Man?
The principal cast of Go West Young Man includes Mae West, Warren William, Randolph Scott, Alice Brady, Elizabeth Patterson.
When was Go West Young Man released and how long is it?
Go West Young Man was released in 1936 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Go West Young Man?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Go West Young Man was composed by George Stoll, Herbert Taylor.