Bombshell (1933): Cast, Ratings & Plot
Bombshell is a 1933 comedy drama directed by Victor Fleming, starring Pat O'Brien, Frank Morgan and Una Merkel. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes. Critics gave it 81 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 36m (96 min)
- Director
- Victor Fleming
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM)
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Bombshell About?
The premise of Bombshell without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A rising star at a major news network uncovers a shocking story of sexual harassment and corporate cover-ups. Driven to expose the truth, she teams up with other women to confront powerful figures and challenge the systemic abuse of power within the organization. The resulting fallout forces a reckoning for the network and the individuals involved, as they fight for accountability and a chance to rebuild trust.
Bombshell Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- screwball comedy
- damsel in distress
- pre code film
- prohibition era
- reprisal
- retribution
- lecher
- newspaper reporter
- racial stereotype
- freeloading relatives
- meal ticket
- resolvement
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- tabloid newspaper
- gossip columnist
- defiance
- movie studio
- lingerie abuse
- ruse
- song
- singing
- coconut grove nightclub hollywood
- hollywood california
- reference to london england
- female movie star
- black maid
- montage
- movie magazine
- reference to a cracker jack box
- divorced man
- film director
- orchestra
- orchestra leader
- dancer
- dancing
- butler
- newspaper headline
- telephone call
- posing for a photograph
- reference to the it girl
- satire comedy
- title co written by female
- romantic comedy
- desert resort
- pet dog
- depression era
- rough romance
- domestic drama
- movie publicity
- rom com
- female singer
Bombshell Cast
Pat O'Brien leads the cast, with Frank Morgan and Una Merkel. Directed by Victor Fleming; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Victor Fleming
Also Starring in Bombshell
· 6 moreMore from Victor Fleming
More films directed by Victor Fleming, best-rated first: Gone with the Wind, The Wizard of Oz, Captains Courageous and Tortilla Flat.
Bombshell Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Bombshell 81 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 81 Metascore
User score 5.8
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Bombshell Plot Summary
What happens in Bombshell from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In this gripping narrative, Roger Ailes (John Lithgow), the formidable chairman of Fox News, maintains a stronghold over the network from his office on the second floor. The story intertwines the lives of three influential women who navigate the complexities of working in such a high-pressure environment.
Full summary
The whole story of Bombshell, scene by scene
Bombshell Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 clip.
- Clip Bombshell (Preview Clip)
How Well Do You Know Bombshell?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who plays the role of Megyn Kelly in the film?
Cars in Bombshell
9 cars on screen, including the unknown and the 1929 Cord L-29.
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Bombshell Also Known As
10 alternative titles, including “Blonde Bombshell” and “Argento vivo”.
- Also known as
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- Blonde Bombshell
- Argento vivo
- Sexbombe
- 폭탄
- Mademoiselle Volcan
- Polvorilla
- Akta er för gnistor!
- Взрывоопасная красотка
- 金发炸弹
- Mademoiselle Dinamite
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Bombshell FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Bombshell, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Bombshell?
Bombshell runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
When was Bombshell released?
Bombshell was released on October 13, 1933.
Who directed Bombshell?
Bombshell was directed by Victor Fleming.
More films by Victor Fleming Who is in the cast of Bombshell?
Bombshell stars Pat O'Brien, Frank Morgan and Una Merkel, among 10 credited actors.
How is Bombshell rated?
Bombshell has 81 on Metacritic.
Does Bombshell have a post-credit scene?
No. Bombshell has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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