Viennese Nights (1930)
In 1890, Gus Sascher joins the Austrian Army and romances the impoverished girl Elsa Hofner. Elsa instead marries the wealthier officer Franz von Renner, in an attempt at social climbing.
Director: Alan Crosland
Genre: Music, Romance
Runtime: 92 min
Release Date: November 25, 1930
Cast
- Vivienne Segal - Elsa Hofner
- Alexander Gray - Otto Stirner
- Jean Hersholt - Herr Hofner, Elsa's Father
- Walter Pidgeon - Franz von Renner
- Louise Fazenda - Gretl Kruger
- Bert Roach - Gus Sascher
- Alice Day - Barbara, Elsa's Granddaughter
- Philipp Lothar Mayring - Baron von Renner, Franz' Father
- June Purcell - Mary, a Singer on the Stage
- Milt Douglas - Bill Jones, a Stage Performer
Screenplay
- Oscar Hammerstein II
- Oscar Hammerstein II (Lyricist)
Cinematography: James Van Trees
Editing: Harold McLernon
Production: Warner Bros. Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
new york city, austria, vienna, austria, pre-code, operetta
More Films by Director: Alan Crosland
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Viennese Nights about?
- In 1890, Gus Sascher joins the Austrian Army and romances the impoverished girl Elsa Hofner. Elsa instead marries the wealthier officer Franz von Renner, in an attempt at social climbing.
- Who directed Viennese Nights?
- Viennese Nights was directed by Alan Crosland.
- Who stars in Viennese Nights?
- Viennese Nights stars Vivienne Segal, Alexander Gray, Jean Hersholt, Walter Pidgeon, Louise Fazenda, Bert Roach.
- How long is Viennese Nights?
- Viennese Nights has a runtime of 1h 32m (92 minutes).
- What genre is Viennese Nights?
- Viennese Nights is a Music, Romance film.
- Where was Viennese Nights produced?
- Viennese Nights was produced in United States of America.