Five and Ten (1931)
John owns the largest chain of five and ten cent stores in the country. He moves his family to New York from Kansas City and their life, though grand, is falling apart due to his constant working. Wife and mother Jenny is lonely. Son Avery hates his job. Daughter Jennifer is snubbed by classmate Muriel and her friends. At a charity bazaar, Jennifer meets Berry and sparks are evident. However, he is engaged to Muriel and Muriel will make sure that she, and only she, marries Berry. After the marriage, Berry still thinks of Jennifer as Jennifer thinks of Berry. Avery laments about the state of his family since they were happy in Kansas City.
Cast
- Marion Davies - Jennifer Rarick
- Leslie Howard - Berry Rhodes
- Richard Bennett - John Rarick
- Irene Rich - Jenny Rarick
- Douglass Montgomery - Avery Rarick
- Mary Duncan - Muriel Preston
- George Irving - Mr. Brooks (uncredited)
- Henry Armetta - Taxi Driver (uncredited)
- Bill Elliott - Wedding Guest (uncredited)
- Carl Stockdale - Doctor at Bedside (uncredited)
Screenplay
- Fannie Hurst (Novel)
Keywords
architect, high rise, pre-code, family tragedy, neglected wife, millionaire's daughter, unfaithful wife, misplaced priorities, wealthy family, chain store magnate, society wedding, social snub
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Five and Ten about?
- John owns the largest chain of five and ten cent stores in the country. He moves his family to New York from Kansas City and their life, though grand, is falling apart due to his constant working. Wife and mother Jenny is lonely. Son Avery hates his job. Daughter Jennifer is snubbed by classmate Muriel and her friends. At a charity bazaar, Jennifer meets Berry and sparks are evident. However, he is engaged to Muriel and Muriel will make sure that she, and only she, marries Berry. After the marriage, Berry still thinks of Jennifer as Jennifer thinks of Berry. Avery laments about the state of his family since they were happy in Kansas City.
- Who directed Five and Ten?
- Five and Ten was directed by Robert Z. Leonard.
- Who stars in Five and Ten?
- Five and Ten stars Marion Davies, Leslie Howard, Richard Bennett, Irene Rich, Douglass Montgomery, Mary Duncan.
- How long is Five and Ten?
- Five and Ten has a runtime of 1h 29m (89 minutes).
- What genre is Five and Ten?
- Five and Ten is a Drama, Romance film.
- Where was Five and Ten produced?
- Five and Ten was produced in United States of America.