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IMDb193718mUnited States of America

Many Unhappy Returns

Synopsis

Ford Sterling is married to a very jealous wife, who has a hobby of collecting French dolls. In order to keep her appeased and unsuspecting. he buys her an expensive doll for her birthday. But before he can give it to her, he gets mixed up with the blonde at the cigar-store, the doll gets burned up, and his wife is also burned up about many things.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

October 14, 1937

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Charles E. Roberts
Screenplay & Story
Charles E. Roberts, Ewart Adamson
Original Title
Many Unhappy Returns
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
18m
Production Studios
RKO Radio Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Charles E. Roberts

Screenplay & Story

Charles E. Roberts, Ewart Adamson

Director of Photography

Harry J. Wild

Film Editing

Les Milbrook

Producers

Bert Gilroy

Department Leadership Roster

Charles E. Roberts

Director

Bert Gilroy

Producer

Harry J. Wild

Director of Photography

Les Milbrook

Editor

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Many Unhappy Returns.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Many Unhappy Returns

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Many Unhappy Returns about?

Ford Sterling is married to a very jealous wife, who has a hobby of collecting French dolls. In order to keep her appeased and unsuspecting. he buys her an expensive doll for her birthday. But before he can give it to her, he gets mixed up with the blonde at the cigar-store, the doll gets burned up, and his wife is also burned up about many things.

Who directed Many Unhappy Returns?

Many Unhappy Returns was directed by Charles E. Roberts.

Who stars in Many Unhappy Returns?

The principal cast of Many Unhappy Returns includes Ford Sterling, Velma Wayne, Barbara Pepper, Richard Lane, Bud Jamison.

When was Many Unhappy Returns released and how long is it?

Many Unhappy Returns was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 18m.