50 Million Frenchmen
“Sometimes funny, sometimes painful”
Synopsis
Wealthy Jack bets friend Michael he can woo Lu Lu without money within 2 weeks. Michael hires inept detectives to stop Jack, leading to comedic misadventures as Jack pursues Lu Lu while hiding his penniless state.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 14, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lloyd Bacon
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph Jackson, Eddie Welch, Al Boasberg, Herbert Fields, E. Ray Goetz, Cole Porter
- Original Score
- Cole Porter
- Original Title
- 50 Million Frenchmen
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, French, German
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lloyd Bacon
Joseph Jackson, Eddie Welch, Al Boasberg, Herbert Fields, E. Ray Goetz, Cole Porter
Cole Porter
Devereaux Jennings
Robert O. Crandall
Department Leadership Roster
Lloyd Bacon
Director
Devereaux Jennings
Director of Photography
Robert O. Crandall
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About 50 Million Frenchmen
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is 50 Million Frenchmen about?
Wealthy Jack bets friend Michael he can woo Lu Lu without money within 2 weeks. Michael hires inept detectives to stop Jack, leading to comedic misadventures as Jack pursues Lu Lu while hiding his penniless state.
Who directed 50 Million Frenchmen?
50 Million Frenchmen was directed by Lloyd Bacon.
Who stars in 50 Million Frenchmen?
The principal cast of 50 Million Frenchmen includes Ole Olsen, Chic Johnson, William Gaxton, Helen Broderick, John Halliday.
When was 50 Million Frenchmen released and how long is it?
50 Million Frenchmen was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.
Who composed the musical score for 50 Million Frenchmen?
The original motion picture soundtrack for 50 Million Frenchmen was composed by Cole Porter.