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Sally, Irene and Mary (1938): Cast

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Sally, Irene and Mary is a 1938 romantic comedy directed by William A. Seiter, starring Joan Davis as Irene Keene, Marjorie Weaver and Lon Chaney Jr.. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes.

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Sally, Irene and Mary (1938) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 26m (86 min)
Genres
Comedy , Romance
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Sally, Irene and Mary About?

The premise of Sally, Irene and Mary without spoilers.

In this 1938 musical comedy, three manicurists—Sally, Irene and Mary—pursue their dream of Broadway stardom. When Mary unexpectedly inherits an old ferry, the trio remodels it into a lively supper‑club, using their performances to turn the vessel into a bustling hotspot and proving that ambition and friendship can create success.

Sally, Irene and Mary Themes & Keywords

· 44 tags
  • boat
  • character names as title
  • forenames as title
  • four word title
  • b movie
  • lie
  • hope
  • manicurist
  • entertainer
  • manhattan new york city
  • greenwich village manhattan new york city
  • male female relationship
+32 more
  • wedding
  • theatrical manager
  • singer
  • romantic rivalry
  • nobility
  • new york city
  • musical revue
  • judge
  • inheritance
  • hat check girl
  • gold digger
  • friendship
  • fired from a job
  • cigarette girl
  • chorus girl
  • cafe
  • barbershop
  • ambition
  • star
  • stage
  • show
  • show business
  • riverboat
  • opportunism
  • nightclub
  • financier
  • employment
  • career
  • broadway manhattan new york city
  • beautician
  • agent
  • based on play
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Cast & crew

Sally, Irene and Mary Cast & Characters

Joan Davis leads the cast as Irene Keene, with Marjorie Weaver as Mary Stevens and Lon Chaney Jr. as Policeman. Directed by William A. Seiter; 26 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from William A. Seiter

More films directed by William A. Seiter, best-rated first: Roberta, Make Haste to Live, Dear Brat and Borderline.

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Sally, Irene and Mary FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Sally, Irene and Mary, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Sally, Irene and Mary?

Sally, Irene and Mary runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).

When was Sally, Irene and Mary released?

Sally, Irene and Mary was released on March 4, 1938.

Who directed Sally, Irene and Mary?

Sally, Irene and Mary was directed by William A. Seiter.

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Who is in the cast of Sally, Irene and Mary?

Sally, Irene and Mary stars Joan Davis as Irene Keene, Marjorie Weaver as Mary Stevens and Lon Chaney Jr. as Policeman, among 26 credited actors.

Does Sally, Irene and Mary have a post-credit scene?

No. Sally, Irene and Mary has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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