Holiday
An astonishing drama of double life and double love!
NR 1930 · 91 min · ★ 6.2 · Romance, Drama, Comedy
A young man is torn between his free-thinking lifestyle and the tradition of his wealthy fiancée's family.
Directed by Edward H. Griffith · Written by Horace Jackson
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Ann Harding Linda Seton -
Mary Astor Julia Seton -
Edward Everett Horton Nick Potter -
Robert Ames Johnny Case -
Hedda Hopper Susan Potter -
Hallam Cooley Seton Cram -
William Holden Edward Seton -
Creighton Hale Pete Hedges -
Mabel Forrest Mary Jessup - E Elizabeth Forrester Laura Cram
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Monroe Owsley Ned Seton - W Wilson Benge Butler (uncredited)
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