
The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle (1939)
1h 33m | PG-13
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.
Director: H. C. Potter
Studio: RKO Radio Pictures
Genre: Music, Romance
Video: 720p
Cast

Fred Astaire
as Vernon Castle

Ginger Rogers
as Irene Castle

Edna May Oliver
as Maggie Sutton

Walter Brennan
as Walter

Lew Fields
as Lew Fields

Etienne Girardot
as Papa Aubel
Reviews
very good