Murder at the Vanities (1934) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Murder at the Vanities (1934) — Shortly before the curtain goes up the first time at the latest performance of Earl
Murder at the Vanities (1934) Storyline
Shortly before the curtain goes up the first time at the latest performance of Earl Carroll's Vanities, someone is attempting to injure the leading lady Ann Ware, who wants to marry leading man Eric Lander. Stage manager Jack Ellery calls in his friend, policeman Bill Murdock, to help him investigate. Bill thinks Jack is offering to let him see the show from an unusual viewpoint after he forgot to get him tickets for the performance, but then they find the corpse of a murdered woman and Bill immediately suspects Eric of the crime.
Full Cast & Crew
- Carl Brisson as Eric Lander
- Victor McLaglen as Bill Murdock
- Jack Oakie as Jack Ellery
- Kitty Carlisle as Ann Ware
- Dorothy Stickney as Norma Watson
- Gertrude Michael as Rita Ross
- Jessie Ralph as Mrs. Helene Smith
- Charles Middleton as Homer Boothby
- Gail Patrick as Sadie Evans
- Donald Meek as Dr. Saunders
- Toby Wing as Nancy
- Duke Ellington as Duke Ellington
- Wanda Perry as Earl Carroll Girl (uncredited)
- Lucille Ball as Earl Carroll Girl (uncredited)
- Ann Sheridan as Lou - Earl Carroll Girl (uncredited)
Why Watch Murder at the Vanities?
The Vibe: Murder at the Vanities is a captivating and well-crafted music movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1934. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.5/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with music-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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