42nd Street 1933
“The Greatest Musical Hit the Screen Has Ever Known!”
What is 42nd Street?
Released in the United States on March 11, 1933, 42nd Street is an American pre-Code musical film belonging to the comedy, drama, and romance genres, with a runtime of one hour and twenty-nine minutes. The film was directed by Lloyd Bacon, with musical numbers staged and choreographed by Busby Berkeley, featuring songs with music by Harry Warren and lyrics by Al Dubin.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1933
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 89 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 11, 1933
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Budget
- $439,000
- Revenue
- $2,281,000
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama, Romance
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Released in the United States on March 11, 1933, 42nd Street is an American pre-Code musical film belonging to the comedy, drama, and romance genres, with a runtime of one hour and twenty-nine minutes. The film was directed by Lloyd Bacon, with musical numbers staged and choreographed by Busby Berkeley, featuring songs with music by Harry Warren and lyrics by Al Dubin. The story follows Broadway director Julian Marsh, who needs just one more hit show so he can retire and recover his health. It appears he may succeed until temperamental star Dorthy Brock breaks her ankle on the eve of the show's premiere, requiring her to be replaced by her understudy, Peggy. Set during the Depression and about the Depression, this classic backstage movie musical changed the film musical forever and saved Warner Bros. studios from bankruptcy, helping it grow into a major studio.
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“A gripping exploration of comedy and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is 42nd Street worth watching?
42nd Street holds a community rating of 6.9/10 based on 226 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie 42nd Street and when was it released?
42nd Street is a feature film with a runtime of 89 minutes. It was released in 1933. Release status: Released.
Who directed 42nd Street?
42nd Street was directed by Lloyd Bacon.
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