The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle
1939, English. Directed by H. C. Potter.
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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.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Where to watch The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle
The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- H. C. PotterDirector
- Fred AstaireVernon Castle
- Ginger RogersIrene Castle
- Edna May OliverMaggie Sutton
- Walter BrennanWalter
- Lew FieldsLew Fields
- Etienne GirardotPapa Aubel
- Janet BeecherMrs. Foote
- Rolfe SedanEmile Aubel
- Leonid KinskeyArtist
- Robert StrangeDr. Foote
- Douglas WaltonStudent Pilot
- Clarence DerwentPapa Louis
Details
- Released
- 29 March 1939
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Irene Castle, Richard Sherman
- Budget
- $1.2M
- Box office
- $1.8M
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The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle: quick answers
Is The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 44 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle?
The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle on?
The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle?
If you liked The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle, try Easter Parade, Oklahoma!, Roustabout.
Who directed The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle?
The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle (1939) was directed by H. C. Potter and stars Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Edna May Oliver.