Roadhouse Nights
Synopsis
Based on the Hammett novel, this ultra-rare film—is nominally taken from the author's classic gang-war novel Red Harvest, which proved too brutal and cynical even for pre-Code Hollywood.
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Roadhouse Nights
Type: Clip • Published 2009-07-08
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 23, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hobart Henley
- Screenplay & Story
- Dashiell Hammett, Ben Hecht
- Original Title
- Roadhouse Nights
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hobart Henley
Dashiell Hammett, Ben Hecht
William O. Steiner
Helene Turner
Walter Wanger
Department Leadership Roster
Hobart Henley
Director
Walter Wanger
Producer
Helene Turner
Editor
William O. Steiner
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Roadhouse Nights
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What is Roadhouse Nights about?
Based on the Hammett novel, this ultra-rare film—is nominally taken from the author's classic gang-war novel Red Harvest, which proved too brutal and cynical even for pre-Code Hollywood.
Who directed Roadhouse Nights?
Roadhouse Nights was directed by Hobart Henley.
Who stars in Roadhouse Nights?
The principal cast of Roadhouse Nights includes Helen Morgan, Charles Ruggles, Fred Kohler, Jimmy Durante, Louis Clayton.
When was Roadhouse Nights released and how long is it?
Roadhouse Nights was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
Is Roadhouse Nights based on a book or true story?
Roadhouse Nights is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Dashiell Hammett".