The Awful Truth
“TO LOVE OR NOT TO LOVE - THAT WAS THE QUESTION”
Synopsis
Story of a wealthy couple whose individual infidelities lead inexorably to the divorce court.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 10, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marshall Neilan
- Screenplay & Story
- Arthur Richman, Horace Jackson
- Original Title
- The Awful Truth
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Pathé Exchange
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marshall Neilan
Arthur Richman, Horace Jackson
Department Leadership Roster
Marshall Neilan
Director
Arthur Richman
Writer
Horace Jackson
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Awful Truth
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What is The Awful Truth about?
Story of a wealthy couple whose individual infidelities lead inexorably to the divorce court.
Who directed The Awful Truth?
The Awful Truth was directed by Marshall Neilan.
Who stars in The Awful Truth?
The principal cast of The Awful Truth includes Ina Claire, Henry Daniell, Theodore von Eltz, Paul Harvey, Blanche Friderici.
When was The Awful Truth released and how long is it?
The Awful Truth was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.