Queen for a Day
“A Thrilling New HIGH in Motion Picture Magic!”
Synopsis
Adapted from the TV and radio series of the same name, the producer of said show reads letters from three woman providing the framing story for this melodrama anthology film. The tales focus on parenting and family struggles.
Top Cast
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Jack Bailey
Host - Self
Jim Morgan
Self
Fort Pearson
Announcer - Self
Melanie York
First Contestant
Cynthia Corley
Second Contestant
Kay Wiley
Third Contestant
Helen Mowery
Jan
Diane Fauntelle
Helena
Phyllis Avery
Marjorie
Darren McGavin
Dan
Rudy Lee
Pete
Frances E. Williams
Anna
Joan Winfield
Laura
Lonnie Burr
Charles
Tristram Coffin
Doctor
Jiggs Wood
Beck
Casey Folks
Jim
Adam Williams
Chuck
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 7, 1951
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arthur Lubin
- Screenplay & Story
- Seton I. Miller
- Original Score
- Hugo Friedhofer, Emil Newman
- Original Title
- Queen for a Day
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Studios
- Robert Stillman Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arthur Lubin
Seton I. Miller, John Ashworth, Dorothy Parker, Faith Baldwin
Hugo Friedhofer, Emil Newman
George Amy
Robert Stillman
Department Leadership Roster
Arthur Lubin
Director
John Ashworth
Writer
Robert Stillman
Producer
Dorothy Parker
Writer
Ann Peck
Costume Design
Seton I. Miller
Screenplay
George Amy
Editor
Faith Baldwin
Writer
Joe King
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Queen for a Day.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Queen for a Day
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Queen for a Day about?
Adapted from the TV and radio series of the same name, the producer of said show reads letters from three woman providing the framing story for this melodrama anthology film. The tales focus on parenting and family struggles.
Who directed Queen for a Day?
Queen for a Day was directed by Arthur Lubin.
Who stars in Queen for a Day?
The principal cast of Queen for a Day includes Jack Bailey, Jim Morgan, Fort Pearson, Melanie York, Cynthia Corley.
When was Queen for a Day released and how long is it?
Queen for a Day was released in 1951 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
Who composed the musical score for Queen for a Day?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Queen for a Day was composed by Hugo Friedhofer, Emil Newman.