The Great Ziegfeld (1936)

Name: The Great Ziegfeld
Genre: Music, Drama, Romance
Released: 1936
Duration: 185 min
Rating: 6.3
Cast: William Powell, Myrna Loy, Luise Rainer, Frank Morgan, Fanny Brice

3h 5m United States of America

Music Drama Romance

Plot

Set against the vibrant backdrop of the 1893 Chicago World's Fair, Florenz Ziegfeld, a charismatic sideshow promoter, outshines his rival Billings while also winning over his girlfriend. As their lives unfold, Ziegfeld's relentless pursuit of grandeur leads him through a rollercoaster of wealth and loss, as he stages increasingly lavish productions. His journey highlights both the triumphs and pitfalls of ambition, showcasing the dazzling world of entertainment and the personal sacrifices made along the way. Ziegfeld's story is one of relentless aspiration amidst the glitz and glamour of show business.

Cast

William Powell Myrna Loy Luise Rainer Frank Morgan Fanny Brice Virginia Bruce Reginald Owen Ray Bolger Ernest Cossart Joseph Cawthorn Nat Pendleton Dennis Morgan Marcelle Corday Robert Greig Harriet Hoctor