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The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle

PG19391h 33mH. C. Potter
IMDb 6.9 · Rotten Tomatoes 86% · Metacritic 67
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"Dazzling entertainment rainbowed by memory's most haunting hit melodies!"

In 1911, minor stage comic, Vernon Castle meets the stage-struck Irene Foote. A few misadventures later, they marry and then abandon comedy to attempt a dancing career together. While they're performing in Paris, an agent sees them rehearse and starts them on their brilliant career as the world's foremost ballroom dancers. However, at the height of their fame, World War I begins.

MusicRomance
DancingHusband Wife RelationshipDancerFranceParis, FranceWorld War IFighter PilotBiographyBallroom DancingTragic Love

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What is The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle (1939) about?

In 1911, minor stage comic, Vernon Castle meets the stage-struck Irene Foote. A few misadventures later, they marry and then abandon comedy to attempt a dancing career together. While they're performing in Paris, an agent sees them rehearse and starts them on their brilliant career as the world's foremost ballroom dancers. However, at the height of their fame, World War I begins.

Who stars in The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle?

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle stars Fred Astaire (Vernon Castle), Ginger Rogers (Irene Castle), Edna May Oliver (Maggie Sutton), Walter Brennan (Walter), Lew Fields (Lew Fields). The film was directed by H. C. Potter.

How long is The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle?

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1939. It is rated PG.

Is The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle worth watching?

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle holds an IMDb rating of 6.9/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 86. Fans of Music, Romance are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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