One Dark Night
Synopsis
Samson Brown is a lazy and shiftless husband who lets his wife, Hannah, support the family. He is constantly insulted and annoyed by his in-laws, who live with them, and finally takes off for points unknown. At home, life goes on as usual with the exception of a former suitor who shows up to court Hannah when it is believed Samson is dead. While wandering around the desert Samson discovers a valuable radium deposit. The now-rich Samson plans to return home and sort out the family matters but first he buys a nightclub.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 2, 1939
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Leo C. Popkin
- Screenplay & Story
- Billie Myers
- Original Title
- One Dark Night
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- Million Dollar Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Leo C. Popkin
Billie Myers
Harry M. Popkin
Department Leadership Roster
Harry M. Popkin
Producer
Leo C. Popkin
Director
Billie Myers
Screenplay
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About One Dark Night
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What is One Dark Night about?
Samson Brown is a lazy and shiftless husband who lets his wife, Hannah, support the family. He is constantly insulted and annoyed by his in-laws, who live with them, and finally takes off for points unknown. At home, life goes on as usual with the exception of a former suitor who shows up to court Hannah when it is believed Samson is dead. While wandering around the desert Samson discovers a valuable radium deposit. The now-rich Samson plans to return home and sort out the family matters but first he buys a nightclub.
Who directed One Dark Night?
One Dark Night was directed by Leo C. Popkin.
Who stars in One Dark Night?
The principal cast of One Dark Night includes Mantan Moreland, Betty Treadville, Josephine Edwards, Arthur Ray, Bobby Simmons.
When was One Dark Night released and how long is it?
One Dark Night was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for One Dark Night?
One Dark Night holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).