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- 89 Minutes
- Warner Bros.
- Language English
- Country USA
- Rated:
- Format: 1.37:1
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- Directed by Lloyd Bacon
- Written by James Seymour, Rian James
- Starring Bebe Daniels, Dick Powell, George Brent, Ginger Rogers, Ruby Keeler, Warner Baxter
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When the leading lady of a Broadway musical breaks her ankle, she is replaced by a young unknown actress, who becomes the star of the show.
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Nominated: Best Picture, Best Sound - Recording, 1934 Academy Awards
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The liveliest and one of the most tuneful screen musical comedies that has come out of Hollywood. -- M.H., THE NEW YORK TIMES
- More on 42nd Street:
- Profile of director Lloyd Bacon
- Article on the film



