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The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle

"Dazzling entertainment rainbowed by memory's most haunting hit melodies!"

In 1911, minor stage comic, Vernon Castle meets the stage-struck Irene Foote. A few misadventures later, they marry and then abandon comedy to attempt a dancing career together. While they're performing in Paris, an agent sees them rehearse and starts them on their brilliant career as the world's foremost ballroom dancers. However, at the height of their fame, World War I begins.

Release DateMarch 29, 1939
StatusReleased
Original TitleThe Story of Vernon and Irene Castle
Runtime1h 33min
Budget$1,196,000
Revenue$1,825,000
LanguageEnglish
Original LanguageEnglish
Production CountriesUnited States of America
Production CompaniesRKO Radio Pictures