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Top Hat (1935)

"They're Dancing Cheek-To-Cheek Again!"

7.219351h 39mEN
MusicComedyRomance

Directed by Mark Sandrich

Rating

7.2/10

Runtime

1h 39m

Language

EN

Release

August 29, 1935

Director

Mark Sandrich

Official Trailer

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Overview

Showman Jerry Travers is working for producer Horace Hardwick in London. Jerry demonstrates his new dance steps late one night in Horace's hotel room, much to the annoyance of sleeping Dale Tremont below. She goes upstairs to complain and the two are immediately attracted to each other. Complication...

Cast

Fred Astaire

Fred Astaire

Jerry Travers

Ginger Rogers

Ginger Rogers

Dale Tremont

Edward Everett Horton

Edward Everett Horton

Horace Hardwick

Erik Rhodes

Erik Rhodes

Alberto Beddini

Eric Blore

Eric Blore

Bates

Helen Broderick

Helen Broderick

Madge Hardwick

Lucille Ball

Lucille Ball

Flower Shop Clerk (uncredited)

Gino Corrado

Gino Corrado

Venice Hotel Manager (uncredited)

Leonard Mudie

Leonard Mudie

Florist (uncredited)

Dennis O'Keefe

Dennis O'Keefe

Elevator Passenger / Hotel Guest / Dancer (uncredited)

Nick Thompson

Nick Thompson

Italian Police Officer (uncredited)

Tom Ricketts

Tom Ricketts

Nervous Thackeray Club Waiter (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Top Hat (1935), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Showman Jerry Travers is working for producer Horace Hardwick in London. Jerry demonstrates his new dance steps late one night in Horace's hotel room, much to the annoyance of sleeping Dale Tremont below. She goes upstairs to complain and the two are immediately attracted to each other. Complications arise when Dale mistakes Jerry for Horace.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Top Hat. 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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