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The Merry Widow (1926)

NR ★ 6.7/10 137 min Drama, Romance United States English
Writer: Erich von Stroheim
Screenplay by: Benjamin Glazer
Streaming: Not available
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!

Description

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.

Top Cast

Mae Murray
Mae Murray Sally O'Hara - The Merry Widow
John Gilbert
John Gilbert Prince Danilo Petrovich
Roy D'Arcy
Roy D'Arcy Crown Prince Mirko
Josephine Crowell
Josephine Crowell Queen Milena
George Fawcett
George Fawcett King Nikita
Tully Marshall
Tully Marshall Baron Sadoja
Edward Connelly
Edward Connelly Ambassador
Joan Crawford
Joan Crawford Ballroom Dancer (uncredited)

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