Idiot's Delight
Idiot's Delight (1939) is a comedy, directed by Clarence Brown. It stars Clark Gable and Norma Shearer. It unfolds against the backdrop of World War II. The 107-minute film holds an audience score of 6.1/10.
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What Idiot's Delight Is About
When the borders close at the start of the Second World War, a group of travellers with nothing in common are stranded in a luxurious hotel in the Alps. Among them are Harry Van, an American touring with a cabaret troupe, and Irene, who keeps reinventing her past and claims to be a Russian aristocrat; Harry is certain he knew her years ago and she will not admit it. While warplanes appear at the hotel windows, inside there is singing and dancing and everyone tells his own story. In Clarence Brown’s hundred and seven minute MGM production, Clark Gable and Norma Shearer take the leads, with Edward Arnold, Charles Coburn and Burgess Meredith in the cast. It was released in 1939 and describes a world going on with its entertainments on the edge of a war.
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What is Idiot's Delight about?
When the borders close at the start of the Second World War, a group of travellers with nothing in common are stranded in a luxurious hotel in the Alps. Among them are Harry Van, an American touring with a cabaret troupe, and Irene, who keeps reinventing her past and claims to be a Russian aristocrat; Harry is certain he knew her years ago and she will not admit it.
Where can I watch Idiot's Delight?
Idiot's Delight is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is Idiot's Delight?
Idiot's Delight runs for 107 minutes (1h 47m).
When did Idiot's Delight come out?
Idiot's Delight was released in 1939.
Who directed Idiot's Delight?
Idiot's Delight was directed by Clarence Brown.
Who stars in Idiot's Delight?
Idiot's Delight stars Clark Gable, Norma Shearer, Edward Arnold, Charles Coburn.
What is Idiot's Delight's rating?
Idiot's Delight holds 6.5/10 on IMDb and 6.1/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 66 out of 100.
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