Manhattan Cocktail - 1928

Nancy Carroll stars in Manhattan Cocktail as Babs, a college coed who dreams of becoming a famous actress. Joining up with her campus chums Fred (Richard Arlen) and Bob (Danny O'Shea), likewise aspiring thespians, Babes heads to Broadway with stars in her eyes. The winsome threesome are quickly disillusioned by the heartless machinations of nasty producer Renov (Paul Lukas) and his harridan wife (Lilyan Tashman). Before the plot proper gets under way, the audience is regaled with a cute "mythological" prologue, featuring the same three leading actors. Manhattan Cocktail was a silent picture, except for two brief musical numbers showcasing Nancy Carroll.

72min
1928
NR
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10
IMDB rating6.9/10

Cast

Nancy Carroll profile pictureNancy CarrollBabs Clark
Richard Arlen profile pictureRichard ArlenFred Tilden
Paul Lukas profile picturePaul LukasBoris Renov
Lilyan Tashman profile pictureLilyan TashmanMrs. Renov

About Manhattan Cocktail

Manhattan Cocktail Overview

Nancy Carroll stars in Manhattan Cocktail as Babs, a college coed who dreams of becoming a famous actress. Joining up with her campus chums Fred (Richard Arlen) and Bob (Danny O'Shea), likewise aspiring thespians, Babes heads to Broadway with stars in her eyes. The winsome threesome are quickly disillusioned by the heartless machinations of nasty producer Renov (Paul Lukas) and his harridan wife (Lilyan Tashman). Before the plot proper gets under way, the audience is regaled with a cute "mythological" prologue, featuring the same three leading actors. Manhattan Cocktail was a silent picture, except for two brief musical numbers showcasing Nancy Carroll.

Age Rating: NR
Runtime: 72min

Extra details

Original Title: Manhattan Cocktail
Original Language: English
Directed By: Dorothy Arzner
Production Companies
Paramount Famous Lasky Corporation