The Tenor, Inc. (1916)

Sally comes from a small town to Berlin, where he begins an apprenticeship with his uncle. He helps his uncle with the bread production and dreams of becoming a famous tenor. One day he is discovered. A group of wealthy gentlemen form a limited company and finance Sally's singing lessons. The day comes when Sally is finally allowed to sing Lohengrin in the opera. His success is prevented by his greatest rival and envy, who sprinkles itching powder on his costume shortly before the performance. Sally returns to his uncle's company, where he finds solace with his cousin.

Director: Ernst Lubitsch
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 40 min
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Cast

Cinematography: Theodor Sparkuhl
Production: Projektions-AG Union
Country: Germany
Language: No Language
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Ernst Lubitsch
More Films in Genre: Comedy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Tenor, Inc. about?
Sally comes from a small town to Berlin, where he begins an apprenticeship with his uncle. He helps his uncle with the bread production and dreams of becoming a famous tenor. One day he is discovered. A group of wealthy gentlemen form a limited company and finance Sally's singing lessons. The day comes when Sally is finally allowed to sing Lohengrin in the opera. His success is prevented by his greatest rival and envy, who sprinkles itching powder on his costume shortly before the performance. Sally returns to his uncle's company, where he finds solace with his cousin.
Who directed The Tenor, Inc.?
The Tenor, Inc. was directed by Ernst Lubitsch.
Who stars in The Tenor, Inc.?
The Tenor, Inc. stars Ernst Lubitsch, Ossi Oswalda, Victor Janson.
How long is The Tenor, Inc.?
The Tenor, Inc. has a runtime of 40m (40 minutes).
What genre is The Tenor, Inc.?
The Tenor, Inc. is a Comedy film.
Where was The Tenor, Inc. produced?
The Tenor, Inc. was produced in Germany.