Movie

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle

“Dazzling entertainment rainbowed by memory's most haunting hit melodies!”

★ 7.0(42)19391h 33m

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Good to know

Director: H. C. Potter
Release date: 1939-03-29
Runtime: 1h 33m
Language: English
Box office: $1,825,000
Budget: $1,196,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: RKO Radio Pictures

About The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle is a 1939 movie in the Music and Romance genres, directed by H. C. Potter, starring Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers and Edna May Oliver. It has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 42 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle in Colombia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In 1911, minor stage comic, Vernon Castle meets the stage-struck Irene Foote. A few misadventures later, they marry and then abandon comedy to attempt a dancing career together. While they're performing in Paris, an agent sees them rehearse and starts them on their brilliant career as the world's foremost ballroom dancers. However, at the height of their fame, World War I begins.

Cast

Fred Astaire

Vernon Castle

Ginger Rogers

Irene Castle

Edna May Oliver

Maggie Sutton

Walter Brennan

Walter

Lew Fields

Etienne Girardot

Papa Aubel

Janet Beecher

Mrs. Foote

Rolfe Sedan

Emile Aubel

Leonid Kinskey

Artist

Robert Strange

Dr. Foote

Douglas Walton

Student Pilot

Clarence Derwent

Papa Louis

Themes & keywords

dancinghusband wife relationshipdancerfranceparis, franceworld war ifighter pilotbiographyballroom dancingtragic loveairplane crashsingingdance teameve of world war ihusband and wife act

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle in Colombia?+

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Colombia. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle on Netflix?+

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle is not on Netflix in Colombia right now.

How long is The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle?+

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

Who stars in The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle?+

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle stars Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Edna May Oliver, Walter Brennan and Lew Fields.

When did The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle come out?+

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle is a 1939 movie directed by H. C. Potter.

What genre is The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle?+

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle is Music and Romance film.

Who directed The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle?+

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle was directed by H. C. Potter.