

Private Lives
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Synopsis
Amanda and Elyot are one another's former spouse. Elyot is remarried to Sibyl and Amanda married Victor. Unexpectedly, both honeymooning couples arrive at a hotel on the same day and are put in rooms with adjoining terraces. Things go well until Amanda sees Elyot on the adjacent terrace.
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Type: Clip • Published 2010-03-08
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Norma Shearer
Amanda Prynne
Robert Montgomery
Elyot Chase
Reginald Denny
Victor Prynne
Una Merkel
Sibyl Chase
Jean Hersholt
Oscar
George Davis
Bellhop
Herman Bing
Train Conductor (uncredited)
Ferike Boros
Cook at Chalet (uncredited)
Alphonse Martell
Hotel Concierge (uncredited)
Wilfrid North
Sibyl's Wedding Escort (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 12, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sidney Franklin
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Schayer, Hanns Kräly
- Original Score
- William Axt
- Original Title
- Private Lives
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, French, German
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sidney Franklin
Richard Schayer, Hanns Kräly, Noël Coward
William Axt
Ray Binger
Conrad A. Nervig
Irving Thalberg
Department Leadership Roster
Sidney Franklin
Director
Conrad A. Nervig
Editor
Adrian
Costume Design
Ray Binger
Director of Photography
Irving Thalberg
Producer
Richard Schayer
Screenplay
Hanns Kräly
Screenplay
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Private Lives
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Private Lives about?
Amanda and Elyot are one another's former spouse. Elyot is remarried to Sibyl and Amanda married Victor. Unexpectedly, both honeymooning couples arrive at a hotel on the same day and are put in rooms with adjoining terraces. Things go well until Amanda sees Elyot on the adjacent terrace.
Who directed Private Lives?
Private Lives was directed by Sidney Franklin.
Who stars in Private Lives?
The principal cast of Private Lives includes Norma Shearer, Robert Montgomery, Reginald Denny, Una Merkel, Jean Hersholt.
When was Private Lives released and how long is it?
Private Lives was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for Private Lives?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Private Lives was composed by William Axt.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Private Lives?
Private Lives holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).



















