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Swing Time (1936)

"A glorious songburst of gaiety and laughter!"

6.919361h 43mEN
RomanceComedy

Directed by George Stevens

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

1h 43m

Language

EN

Release

August 28, 1936

Director

George Stevens

Official Trailer

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Overview

Lucky is tricked into missing his own wedding to Margaret and has to make $25,000 so her father will allow him to marry her. He and business partner Pop go to New York where they run into dancing instructor Penny. She and Lucky form a successful dance partnership, but romance is blighted by his old ...

Cast

Fred Astaire

Fred Astaire

Lucky Garnett

Ginger Rogers

Ginger Rogers

Penny Carrol

Victor Moore

Victor Moore

Pop Cardetti

Helen Broderick

Helen Broderick

Mabel Anderson

Eric Blore

Eric Blore

Gordon

Betty Furness

Betty Furness

Margaret Watson

Georges Metaxa

Georges Metaxa

Ricky Romero

Landers Stevens

Landers Stevens

Judge Watson (uncredited)

Jack Goode

Jack Goode

Dancer (uncredited)

Gerald Hamer

Gerald Hamer

Eric Lacanistram (uncredited)

Edgar Dearing

Edgar Dearing

(uncredited)

Fern Emmett

Fern Emmett

(uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Swing Time (1936), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Lucky is tricked into missing his own wedding to Margaret and has to make $25,000 so her father will allow him to marry her. He and business partner Pop go to New York where they run into dancing instructor Penny. She and Lucky form a successful dance partnership, but romance is blighted by his old attachment to Margaret and hers for Ricky.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Swing Time. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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