The Merry Widow

The Merry Widow

The gloriously intoxicating love story of the Merry Widow and her Prince Charming, is revealed at last in a picture production which will take your breath away!

NR 1926 · 137 min · ★ 6.7 · Drama, Romance

Prince Danilo falls in love with dancer Sally O'Hara. However, his uncle, King Nikita I of Monteblanco, forbids the marriage due to her being a commoner. Thinking she's been jilted by her prince, Sally marries lecherous old Baron Sadoja, whose wealth has kept the kingdom afloat. When he suddenly dies, Sally must be wooed all over again by Danilo.

Directed by Erich von Stroheim · Written by Erich von Stroheim

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Mae Murray Sally O'Hara - The Merry Widow
John Gilbert Prince Danilo Petrovich
Roy D'Arcy Crown Prince Mirko
Josephine Crowell Queen Milena
George Fawcett King Nikita
Tully Marshall Baron Sadoja
Edward Connelly Ambassador
Joan Crawford Ballroom Dancer (uncredited)
Sidney Bracey Danilo's Footman (uncredited)
Albert Conti Danilo's Adjutant (uncredited)
Xavier Cugat Orchestra Leader (uncredited)
Dale Fuller Sadoja's Chambermaid (uncredited)

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