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History Is Made at Night
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History Is Made at Night

1937-03-05 · 97 min · ★ 6.7

Romance · Drama

An American woman seeking divorce from her wealthy, controlling husband falls for a romantic Parisian who saves her from his entrapment.

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Directors
Frank Borzage
Production companies
Walter Wanger Productions, United Artists
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 821,791
Revenue
USD 948,500

Top Cast

Charles BoyerCharles BoyerPaul Dumond
Jean ArthurJean ArthurIrene Vail
Leo CarrilloLeo Carrillo"The Great Cesare"
Colin CliveColin CliveBruce Vail
Ivan LebedeffIvan LebedeffMichael Browsky
George MeekerGeorge MeekerMr. Norton
Lucien PrivalLucien PrivalPrivate Detective
George DavisGeorge DavisMaestro
Bobby BarberBobby BarberPaul - Waiter at Victor's (uncredited)
Adrienne D'AmbricourtAdrienne D'AmbricourtFrench Woman (uncredited)
Tim HoltTim HoltS.O.S. Radio Operator (uncredited)
Carlyle Moore Jr.Carlyle Moore Jr.Wireless Operator (uncredited)
Dennis O'KeefeDennis O'KeefeRestaurant Patron (uncredited)
June PrestonLittle Girl with Dog (uncredited)
Georges RenaventGeorges RenaventInsp. Millard (uncredited)
Señor Wences'Coco' Hand Trick Performer (uncredited)
Joseph E. BernardJoseph E. Bernard
Jeanne Blanche
Barlowe BorlandBarlowe Borland
Harvey ClarkHarvey Clark

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