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The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle

1939·Movie
1h 33min·PG
63
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Striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle6
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Romantic and nostalgic

  • Romance8
  • Nostalgia8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Physical Comedy3

World

History, a real life story, and show business

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Direction7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality8
  • Cinematography7

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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.
Biographical RomanceGolden Age HollywoodBallroom DancingWorld War IHistorical DramaMusical ScoreNostalgic CharmClassic FilmShowbiz Story

Sequels and Prequels

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Where can I stream The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle legally?

You can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 86%, and Metacritic 67). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle?

1 h 33 min

The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle runs 1 h 33 min.

Is The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle?

Critics77
Audiences68

Not quite. Critics rate The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle higher (77) than audiences (68). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle a box office hit?

Budget$1 million
Box office$2 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $1 million to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 1.5 times its budget.

What language is The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle in 11 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.