Curtain Call(1940)
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Curtain Call Synopsis
Two theatrical producers plan to get even with a demanding actress by tricking her into starring in the worst play they can find.
Curtain Call (1940) is a comedy film directed by Frank Woodruff, released on April 18, 1940 with a runtime of 1h 3m. It stars Barbara Read, Alan Mowbray, Donald MacBride and Helen Vinson. Viewers rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 5 ratings.
- Director:
- Frank Woodruff
- Writers:
- Dalton Trumbo, Howard J. Green
- Producers:
- Howard Benedict
- Cinematographer:
- Russell Metty
- Composer:
- Roy Webb
- Production:
- RKO Radio Pictures
- Status:
- Released
Curtain Call Cast & Crew
Main cast
Barbara Read
as Helen Middleton
Alan Mowbray
as Donald Avery
Donald MacBride
as Jeff Crandall
Helen Vinson
as Charlotte Morley
John Archer
as Ted Palmer
Leona Maricle
as Miss 'Smitty' Smith, Crandall's Secretary
Frank Faylen
as Spike Malone
Ralph Forbes
as Leslie Barrivale
Ann Shoemaker
as Mrs. Middleton
J.M. Kerrigan
as Mr. Middleton
- Tommy Kelly
Tommy Kelly
as Freddy Middleton
Tom Kennedy
as Masseur
Key crew
Directed by Frank Woodruff, written by Dalton Trumbo and Howard J. Green, produced by Howard Benedict.
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Curtain Call Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.2/10 from 5 ratings.
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Curtain Call – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Curtain Call?
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The main cast of Curtain Call (1940) includes Barbara Read, Alan Mowbray, Donald MacBride, Helen Vinson and John Archer. The film was directed by Frank Woodruff. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Curtain Call released?
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Curtain Call was released on April 18, 1940 and runs for 1h 3m.
Is Curtain Call worth watching?
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Curtain Call (1940) holds an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 from 5 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.