Playthings of Desire (1933)
Jim Malvern is one of the richest men in the world. Unscrupulous and greedy, he uses beautiful young women as his playthings. But after meeting gorgeous actress Gloria Dawn, Malvern decides to put aside his philandering ways. With a marriage date set, the millionaire invites a flock of his famous friends -- including some of his former lovers -- to a remote island. Moments before the ceremony, Malvern is shot and killed by an unseen assailant. A grieving Gloria, realizing the murderer must be one of the guests, goes on a hunt for her fiance's killer.
Director: George Melford
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 50 min
Release Date: September 1, 1933
Cast
- Linda Watkins - Gloria Dawn
- James Kirkwood - Jim Malvern
- Reed Howes - Jack Halliday
- Josephine Dunn - Anne Cabot Ford
- Molly O'Day - Renee Grant
- Jack Chapin - Wheeler Johnson
- Wally Bishop - Man in Speakeasy
- Mary Bailey - Housemaid
- Ard Bamond - Minor Role
- Melba Bartlett - House Party Guest
Screenplay
Production: Pinnacle Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: George Melford
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Playthings of Desire about?
- Jim Malvern is one of the richest men in the world. Unscrupulous and greedy, he uses beautiful young women as his playthings. But after meeting gorgeous actress Gloria Dawn, Malvern decides to put aside his philandering ways. With a marriage date set, the millionaire invites a flock of his famous friends -- including some of his former lovers -- to a remote island. Moments before the ceremony, Malvern is shot and killed by an unseen assailant. A grieving Gloria, realizing the murderer must be one of the guests, goes on a hunt for her fiance's killer.
- Who directed Playthings of Desire?
- Playthings of Desire was directed by George Melford.
- Who stars in Playthings of Desire?
- Playthings of Desire stars Linda Watkins, James Kirkwood, Reed Howes, Josephine Dunn, Molly O'Day, Jack Chapin.
- How long is Playthings of Desire?
- Playthings of Desire has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- What genre is Playthings of Desire?
- Playthings of Desire is a Drama film.
- Where was Playthings of Desire produced?
- Playthings of Desire was produced in United States of America.