Christopher Strong (1933): Cast & Plot
Christopher Strong is a 1933 drama directed by Dorothy Arzner, starring Billie Burke as Lady Elaine Strong, Helen Chandler and Colin Clive. It runs 1 hour 18 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 18m (78 min)
- Director
- Dorothy Arzner
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- RKO Radio Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Christopher Strong About?
The premise of Christopher Strong without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Obsessed with the thrill of speed, a daring young aviatrix throws herself into daring flights, seeking to outrun the inner fires that haunt her. Meanwhile, an unlikely romance blossoms between a happily married, middle‑aged British politician and the adventurous pilot, complicating both their lives.
Christopher Strong Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- aviator
- nobility
- london england
- infidelity
- feminist film
- song
- singer
- singing
- pre code film
- liaison
- deception
- f rated
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- character name as title
- dysfunctional marriage
- father daughter relationship
- mother daughter relationship
- costume party
- member of parliament
- organ grinder
- divorce
- political career
- brother sister relationship
- tombstone
- open top car
- free love
- secret rendezvous
- older male younger male relationship
- delinquent daughter
- moth costume
- lesbian subtext
- possessive wife
- rebellious daughter
- shopworn bride
- high society
- changing times
- womens liberation
- dog
- leather helmet
- boat
- autograph
- adultery
- nagging
- period drama
- tragedy drama
- party
- marriage
- treasure hunt
- title directed by female
- pregnancy
- new york city
Christopher Strong Cast & Characters
Billie Burke leads the cast as Lady Elaine Strong, with Helen Chandler as Monica Strong and Colin Clive as Sir Christopher Strong. Directed by Dorothy Arzner; 13 actors are credited in all.
- Director Dorothy Arzner
- Billie Burke as Lady Elaine Strong
- Helen Chandler as Monica Strong
- Colin Clive as Sir Christopher Strong
- Ralph Forbes as Harry Rawlinson
Also Starring in Christopher Strong
· 9 more- Irene Browne Carrie Valentine
- Katharine Hepburn Lady Cynthia Darrington
- Jack La Rue Carlo
- Margaret Lindsay Autograph Seeker at Party (uncredited)
- Agostino Borgato Fortune Teller (uncredited)
- Desmond Roberts Bryce Mercer
- Donald Stuart Joseph Drummond (uncredited)
- Gwendolyn Logan Bradford (uncredited)
- Paul Ralli Tango Dancer (uncredited)
More from Dorothy Arzner
More films directed by Dorothy Arzner: First Comes Courage, Dance, Girl, Dance, The Bride Wore Red and Craig’s Wife.
Christopher Strong Plot Summary
What happens in Christopher Strong from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In London, a social scavenger-hunt party hosted by Monica Strong’s aunt sets the stage for a web of loyalties, secrets, and daring ambitions. Monica Strong, and her married lover, Harry Rawlinson, Ralph Forbes, attend the gathering with Carrie Valentine, Monica’s aunt, Irene Browne. Carrie issues a curious tie-breaking challenge: women must find a man married more than five years who has remained faithful, and men must find a woman over twenty who has never had a love affair. What begins as a playful game quickly pulls everyone into choices that test duty, desire, and the laws of love.
Full summary
The whole story of Christopher Strong, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Christopher Strong?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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Which actress portrayed the fearless aviator Lady Cynthia Darrington?
Cars in Christopher Strong
7 cars on screen, including the 1926 Bugatti Type 38 A and the unknown.
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1926 Bugatti Type 38 A Important role -
unknown Important role -
1925 Rolls-Royce 40/50 h.p. 'Silver Ghost' Minor role -
Sterling unknown Minor role
Christopher Strong Also Known As
7 alternative titles, including “En stor mans älskarinna” and “La falena d'argento”.
- Also known as
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- En stor mans älskarinna
- La falena d'argento
- Hacia las alturas
- La Phalène d'argent
- Кристофър Стронг
- 크리스토퍼 스트롱
- Cap a les altures
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Christopher Strong FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Christopher Strong, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Christopher Strong?
Christopher Strong runs 1 hour 18 minutes (78 minutes).
When was Christopher Strong released?
Christopher Strong was released on March 9, 1933.
Who directed Christopher Strong?
Christopher Strong was directed by Dorothy Arzner.
More films by Dorothy Arzner Who is in the cast of Christopher Strong?
Christopher Strong stars Billie Burke as Lady Elaine Strong, Helen Chandler as Monica Strong and Colin Clive as Sir Christopher Strong, among 13 credited actors.
Does Christopher Strong have a post-credit scene?
No. Christopher Strong has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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