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Because of Him
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Because of Him

1946-01-18 · 88 min · ★ 6.3

Comedy · Romance

A young woman who wants to break into the theater schemes to become the protege of a famous Broadway star.

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Directors
Richard Wallace
Production companies
Universal Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

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Deanna DurbinDeanna DurbinKim Walker
Charles LaughtonCharles LaughtonJohn Sheridan
Franchot ToneFranchot TonePaul Taylor
Helen BroderickHelen BroderickNora
Stanley RidgesStanley RidgesCharles Gilbert
Donald MeekDonald MeekMartin
Regina WallaceRegina WallaceHead Nurse
Charles HaltonCharles HaltonMr. Dunlap
Douglas WoodDouglas WoodSamual Hapgood

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