Straight from the Heart
“She refused a fortune in gold for a tiny baby girl who won her heart.”
Synopsis
In this romance, a slightly crooked and highly ambitious mayoral candidate convinces a woman to help him blackmail the incumbent by using a little baby as evidence in a paternity suit. The girl goes along with it until she learns that the mayor is innocent.
Top Cast
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Mary Astor
Marian Henshaw
Roger Pryor
Andy MacLean
Juanita Quigley
Maggie Haines (as Baby Jane)
Carol Coombe
Mrs. Haines
Andy Devine
Edwards
Henry Armetta
Ice Cream Man
Grant Mitchell
Austin
Virginia Hammond
Mrs. Austin
Robert McWade
Boss Tim Reglan
Doris Lloyd
Miss Carter
Hilda Vaughn
Miss Nellie
Louise Carter
Mother in Breadline
Willard Robertson
District Attorney
Douglas Fowley
Speed Spelvin
Clara Blandick
Mrs. Anderson
William B. Davidson
Prosecuting Attorney
Helen Parrish
Neighbor Girl
William Bailey
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 22, 1935
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Scott R. Beal
- Screenplay & Story
- Doris Anderson
- Original Title
- Straight from the Heart
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Scott R. Beal
Doris Anderson
Charles J. Stumar
Ted J. Kent
B.F. Zeidman
Department Leadership Roster
Scott R. Beal
Director
Doris Anderson
Screenplay
B.F. Zeidman
Producer
Charles J. Stumar
Director of Photography
Ted J. Kent
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Straight from the Heart.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Straight from the Heart
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Straight from the Heart about?
In this romance, a slightly crooked and highly ambitious mayoral candidate convinces a woman to help him blackmail the incumbent by using a little baby as evidence in a paternity suit. The girl goes along with it until she learns that the mayor is innocent.
Who directed Straight from the Heart?
Straight from the Heart was directed by Scott R. Beal.
Who stars in Straight from the Heart?
The principal cast of Straight from the Heart includes Mary Astor, Roger Pryor, Juanita Quigley, Carol Coombe, Andy Devine.
When was Straight from the Heart released and how long is it?
Straight from the Heart was released in 1935 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.