United States / Aug 26, 1925 / NR / New York City, New York
The gloriously intoxicating love story of the Merry Widow and her Prince Charming, is revealed at last in a picture production which will take your breath away!
2h 17min
Overall average
5.0/10
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Plot
Prince Danilo falls in love with dancer Sally O'Hara. However, his uncle, King Nikita I of Monteblanco, forbids the marriage due to her being a commoner. Thinking she's been jilted by her prince, Sally marries lecherous old Baron Sadoja, whose wealth has kept the kingdom afloat. When he suddenly dies, Sally must be wooed all over again by Danilo.
Main cast
Full cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Joan Crawford | Ballroom Dancer (uncredited) |
| Sidney Bracey | Danilo's Footman (uncredited) |
| Albert Conti | Danilo's Adjutant (uncredited) |
| Xavier Cugat | Orchestra Leader (uncredited) |
| Dale Fuller | Sadoja's Chambermaid (uncredited) |
| Jacqueline Gadsden | Madonna (uncredited) |
| George Nichols | Doorkeeper (uncredited) |
| Zalla Zarana | Frenchie Christine (uncredited) |
| Clark Gable |
Genres
DramaRomance
Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | The Merry Widow |
| Original language | EN |
| Spoken languages | No Language |
| Production countries | United States of America |
| Status | Released |
| Production companies | An Erich von Stroheim Production, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer |
| Release date | 27 settembre 1926 |
| Writer | Erich von Stroheim, Benjamin Glazer |
| Editing | Frank E. Hull |
| Cinematography | Oliver T. Marsh |
| Assistant directors | Erich von Stroheim |
| Camera operators | Oliver T. Marsh |
| Additional photography | Oliver T. Marsh |
| Production design | Richard Day, Cedric Gibbons |
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| Art direction | Richard Day, Cedric Gibbons |
| Set decoration | Richard Day, Cedric Gibbons |
Release dates
Premiere
Theatrical release
Sweden / Sep 27, 1926 / 15
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