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The Merry Widow (1952)

Movie ★ 6.3 105 min

Marshovia, a small European kingdom, is on the brink of bankruptcy but the country may be saved if the wealthy American Crystal Radek, widow of a Marshovian, can be convinced to part with her money and marry the king's nephew count Danilo. Arriving to Marshovia on a visit, Crystal Radek change places with her secretary Kitty. Following them to Paris, Danilo has a hard time wooing the widow after meeting an attractive young woman at a nightclub, the same Crystal Radek who presents herself as Fifi the chorus girl. Plot by Mattias Thuresson.

Curtis Bernhardt Director Viktor Léon Writer Leo Stein Writer

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Quick facts

Released
September 5, 1952
Runtime
105 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0044900
Language

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Merry Widow about?
Marshovia, a small European kingdom, is on the brink of bankruptcy but the country may be saved if the wealthy American Crystal Radek, widow of a Marshovian, can be convinced to part with her money and marry the king's nephew count Danilo. Arriving to Marshovia on a visit, Crystal Radek change places with her secretary Kitty. Following them to Paris, Danilo has a hard time wooing the widow after meeting an attractive young woman at a nightclub, the same Crystal Radek who presents herself as Fifi the chorus girl. Plot by Mattias Thuresson.
Who directed The Merry Widow?
The Merry Widow was directed by Curtis Bernhardt.
Who stars in The Merry Widow?
The Merry Widow stars Lana Turner, Fernando Lamas, Una Merkel, Richard Haydn.
When was The Merry Widow released?
The Merry Widow is a 1952 drama, music film.
Where can I watch The Merry Widow?
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