Frisco Jenny (1933)

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Released:
1933-01-14

Overview:
Jenny is carrying the child of a young man who dies in the San Francisco earthquake (1906). After giving birth, she decides to place her child in the custody of a wealthy married couple. Years later, thanks to the protection of a corrupt politician, she becomes the main "madame" of San Francisco, in addition to participating in various illegal activities.

Director:
William A. Wellman

Runtime:
1h 11min

Genre:
Drama

  • Cast:
  • Ruth Chatterton
    as
    Frisco Jenny Sandoval
  • Louis Calhern
    as
    Steve Dutton
  • Helen Jerome Eddy
    as
    Amah
  • Donald Cook
    as
    Dan Reynolds
  • James Murray
    as
    Dan McAllister