The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle (1939)

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Released:
1939-03-29

Overview:
In 1911, minor stage comic, Vernon Castle meets the stage-struck Irene Foote. A few misadventures later, they marry and then abandon comedy to attempt a dancing career together. While they're performing in Paris, an agent sees them rehearse and starts them on their brilliant career as the world's foremost ballroom dancers. However, at the height of their fame, World War I begins.

Director:
H. C. Potter

Runtime:
1h 33min

Genre:
Music, Romance

  • Cast:
  • Fred Astaire
    as
    Vernon Castle
  • Ginger Rogers
    as
    Irene Castle
  • Edna May Oliver
    as
    Maggie Sutton
  • Walter Brennan
    as
    Walter
  • Lew Fields
    as
    Lew Fields