In the Soup (1936 film)

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In the Soup
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Opening credits
Directed by Henry Edwards
Written by
Produced by Julius Hagen
Starring
Cinematography
Edited by Michael C. Chorlton
Music by W.L. Trytel
Production
company
Distributed by Twickenham Film Distributors
Release date
April 1936
Running time
80 minutes
CountryUnited Kingdom
Language English

In the Soup is a 1936 British comedy film directed by Henry Edwards and starring Ralph Lynn, Judy Gunn, Morton Selten and Nelson Keys. [1]

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Synopsis

In a farce, a wealthy couple impersonate their servants to mislead a visitor.

Cast

Production

The film was made at Twickenham Studios, [2] based on a play by Ralph Lumley. The film's sets were designed by art director James Carter.

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References

  1. BFI.org
  2. Wood p.90

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