Irene (1940)
Irene is a 1940 comedy movie directed by Herbert Wilcox, with a running time of 1h 41m. It stars Anna Neagle, Ray Milland and Roland Young.
Upholsterer's assistant Irene O'Dare meets wealthy Don Marshall while she is measuring chairs for Mrs. Herman Vincent at her Long Island estate. Charmed by her, Don anonymously purchases Madame Lucy's, an exclusive Manhattan boutique, and instructs newly hired manager Mr. Smith to offer Irene a job as a model. She soon catches the eye of socialite Bob Vincent, whose mother is hosting a ball at the family mansion. To promote Madame Lucy's dress line, Mr. Smith arranges for his models to be invited to the ball.
Quick answers
What is Irene about?
Upholsterer's assistant Irene O'Dare meets wealthy Don Marshall while she is measuring chairs for Mrs. Herman Vincent at her Long Island estate. Charmed by her, Don anonymously purchases Madame Lucy's, an exclusive Manhattan boutique, and instructs newly hired manager Mr. Smith to offer Irene a job as a model. She soon catches the eye of socialite Bob Vincent, whose mother is hosting a ball at the family mansion. To promote Madame Lucy's dress line, Mr. Smith arranges for his models to be invited to the ball.
When was Irene released?
Irene was released on 23 April 1940.
How long is Irene?
Irene runs 1h 41m.
Who made Irene?
Irene was directed by Herbert Wilcox.
Cast
- Anna Neagle as Irene O'Dare
- Ray Milland as Don Marshall
- Roland Young as Mr. Smith
- Alan Marshal as Bob Vincent
- May Robson as Granny O'Dare
- Billie Burke as Mrs. Herman Vincent
- Arthur Treacher as Bretherton
- Marsha Hunt as Miss Eleanor Worth
- Isabel Jewell as Jane McGee
- Doris Nolan as Lillian
- Stuart Robertson as Freddie
- Ethel Griffies as Princess Minetti