

PG · 93 min
The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle
Directed by H. C. Potter
Starring Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers
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....
Release
Mar 29, 1939
Budget
$1.2M
Breakeven
$3M(2.5x)
Gross
$1,825,000
Profit
-$1,165,000
Dazzling entertainment rainbowed by memory's most haunting hit melodies!
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.
Release
Mar 29, 1939
Budget
$1.2M
Breakeven
$3M(2.5x)
Gross
$1,825,000
Profit
-$1,165,000
PG · 93 min