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Broadway Melody of 1940

1h 42m1940Norman Taurog
IMDb 7.3 · Rotten Tomatoes 80%
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"The Finest Broadway Melody Of Them All"

Johnny Brett and King Shaw are an unsuccessful dance team in New York. A producer discovers Brett as the new partner for Clare Bennett, but Brett, who thinks he is one of the people they lent money to, gives him the name of his partner.

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What is Broadway Melody of 1940 (1940) about?

Johnny Brett and King Shaw are an unsuccessful dance team in New York. A producer discovers Brett as the new partner for Clare Bennett, but Brett, who thinks he is one of the people they lent money to, gives him the name of his partner.

Who stars in Broadway Melody of 1940?

Broadway Melody of 1940 stars Fred Astaire (Johnny Brett), Eleanor Powell (Clare Bennett), George Murphy (King Shaw), Frank Morgan (Bob Casey), Ian Hunter (Bert C. Matthews). The film was directed by Norman Taurog.

How long is Broadway Melody of 1940?

Broadway Melody of 1940 has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1940.

Is Broadway Melody of 1940 worth watching?

Broadway Melody of 1940 holds an IMDb rating of 7.3/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 80. Fans of Music, Romance, Comedy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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