

Lady Be Good
1941-09-18 · 112 min · ★ 5.5
Married songwriters almost split up while putting on a big show.
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- Directors
- Norman Z. McLeod, Busby Berkeley
- Production companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Eleanor PowellMarilyn Marsh
Ann SothernDixie Donegan Crane
Robert YoungEdward 'Eddie' Crane
Lionel BarrymoreJudge Murdock
John CarrollBuddy Crawford
Red SkeltonJoe 'Red' Willet
Virginia O'BrienLull
Tom ConwayMr. Blanton
Dan DaileyBill Pattison (as Dan Dailey, Jr.)
Reginald OwenMax Milton
Rose HobartMrs. Carter Wardley
Phil SilversMaster of Ceremonies
Bess FlowersBanquet Guest at Max's Table (uncredited)
Connie RussellThe SingerTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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