Torch Singer
“She traded "shame" … for fame!”
Synopsis
When she can't support her illegitimate child, an abandoned young woman puts her up for adoption and pursues a career as a torch singer. Years later, she searches for the child she gave up.
Top Cast
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Claudette Colbert
Sally Trent, aka Mimi Benton
Ricardo Cortez
Tony Cummings
David Manners
Michael 'Mike' Gardner
Lyda Roberti
Dora Nichols
Charley Grapewin
Andrew 'Juddy' Judson
Sam Godfrey
Harry, Radio Announcer
Florence Roberts
Mother Angelica
Virginia Hammond
Mrs. Julia Judson
Ethel Griffies
Agatha Alden
Baby LeRoy
Bobby, Dora's Baby at 1 Year
Mildred Washington
Carrie
Cora Sue Collins
Sally, Age 5
Helen Jerome Eddy
Miss Spaulding
Albert Conti
Carlotti
Jean Acker
Nightclub Patron
Gladys Hulette
Nightclub Patron
Dennis O'Keefe
Nightclub Patron
Eddie Phillips
Nightclub Patron
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 8, 1933
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 26, 2021
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alexander Hall, George Somnes
- Screenplay & Story
- Lynn Starling, Lenore J. Coffee
- Original Score
- Ralph Rainger
- Original Title
- Torch Singer
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alexander Hall, George Somnes
Lynn Starling, Lenore J. Coffee, Grace Perkins
Ralph Rainger
Karl Struss
Eda Warren
Albert Lewis
Department Leadership Roster
Alexander Hall
Director
George Somnes
Director
Karl Struss
Director of Photography
Lynn Starling
Screenplay
Travis Banton
Costume Design
Lenore J. Coffee
Screenplay
Eda Warren
Editor
Albert Lewis
Producer
Ralph Rainger
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Torch Singer
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Torch Singer about?
When she can't support her illegitimate child, an abandoned young woman puts her up for adoption and pursues a career as a torch singer. Years later, she searches for the child she gave up.
Who directed Torch Singer?
Torch Singer was directed by Alexander Hall, George Somnes.
Who stars in Torch Singer?
The principal cast of Torch Singer includes Claudette Colbert, Ricardo Cortez, David Manners, Lyda Roberti, Charley Grapewin.
When was Torch Singer released and how long is it?
Torch Singer was released in 1933 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.
Who composed the musical score for Torch Singer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Torch Singer was composed by Ralph Rainger.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Torch Singer?
Torch Singer holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).