Broadway Melody of 1940
1940, English. Directed by Norman Taurog.
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Johnny Brett and King Shaw are an unsuccessful dance team in New York. A producer discovers Brett as the new partner for Clare Bennett, but Brett, who thinks he is one of the people they lent money to, gives him the name of his partner.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Norman TaurogDirector
- Fred AstaireJohnny Brett
- Eleanor PowellClare Bennett
- George MurphyKing Shaw
- Frank MorganBob Casey
- Ian HunterBert C. Matthews
- Florence RiceAmy Blake
- Lynne CarverEmmy Lou Lee
- Ann MorrissPearl
- Trixie FirschkeJuggler
- Libby TaylorAngel (uncredited)
- George ChandlerMr. Jones (uncredited)
- Gladys BlakeMiss Martin (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 9 February 1940
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jack McGowan, George Oppenheimer, Dore Schary
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Broadway Melody of 1940: quick answers
What should I watch before Broadway Melody of 1940?
Watch The Broadway Melody (1929), Broadway Melody of 1936 (1935), and Broadway Melody of 1938 (1937) first.
Is Broadway Melody of 1940 worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Broadway Melody of 1940?
Broadway Melody of 1940 runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does Broadway Melody of 1940 have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is Broadway Melody of 1940 on?
Broadway Melody of 1940 isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Broadway Melody of 1940?
If you liked Broadway Melody of 1940, try Pure Country 2: The Gift, Center Stage: Turn It Up, High Strung Free Dance.
Who directed Broadway Melody of 1940?
Broadway Melody of 1940 (1940) was directed by Norman Taurog and stars Fred Astaire, Eleanor Powell, George Murphy.