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The Merry Widow (1926)

The Merry Widow (1926)

Drama Romance

The gloriously intoxicating love story of the Merry Widow and her Prince Charming, is revealed at last in a picture production which will take your breath away!

Release Date: 1926, September 27
Directors: Erich von Stroheim
Countries: United States of America
Production: An Erich von Stroheim Production, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Cast: John Gilbert, Joan Crawford, Xavier Cugat, Tully Marshall, Sidney Bracey, Albert Conti, Dale Fuller, Mae Murray, Josephine Crowell, George Nichols, Roy D'Arcy, George Fawcett

Overview:

Prince Danilo falls in love with dancer Sally O'Hara. However, his uncle, King Nikita I of Monteblanco, forbids the marriage due to her being a commoner. Thinking she's been jilted by her prince, Sally marries lecherous old Baron Sadoja, whose wealth has kept the kingdom afloat. When he suddenly dies, Sally must be wooed all over again by Danilo.

Keywords:

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