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Still from Sadie McKee — Sadie McKee (1934) — Clarence BrownPhotographed by Oliver T. Marsh

Poster for Sadie McKee

Clarence Brown

Sadie McKee

English / 1934 / 1h 33m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Letterboxd: 3.48/5·2.7K ratings·803 reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

A maid has romances with a two-timer, a boozing millionaire and the master of the house.

Included in
Rebels at the Typewriter: Women Screenwriters of the 1930s
Position 14
Included in
Additions: October 2020
Position 91
Included in
Starring Joan Crawford
Position 7

Credits

Crew

DirectorClarence Brown

WriterJohn Meehan,

CinematographerOliver T. Marsh

ComposerWilliam Axt

EditorHugh Wynn

ProducerLawrence Weingarten

Cast

Joan Crawfordas Sadie

Gene Raymondas Tommy

Franchot Toneas Michael

Edward Arnoldas Brennan

Esther Ralstonas Dolly

Earl Oxfordas Stooge

Jean Dixonas Opal

Leo G. Carrollas Phelps

Akim Tamiroffas Riccori

Zelda Searsas Mrs. Craney

Helen Wareas Mrs. McKee

Gene Austinas Cafe Entertainer

Candy Candidoas Cafe Entertainer

Otto Heimelas Cafe Entertainer

Norman Ainsleyas Second Butler (uncredited)

Hooper Atchleyas Intern with Dr. Briggs (uncredited)

Nellie Bly Bakeras Downstairs Laundress (uncredited)

Jack Baxleyas Short-Order Cook (uncredited)

Barlowe Borlandas Brennan’s Servant (uncredited)

Wade Boteleras Second Motorcycle Cop (uncredited)

Sadie McKee (1934) | Criteria