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Easter Parade (1948) | Criteria

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Easter Parade

English • 1948 • 1h 43m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Charles Walters

Synopsis

On the day before Easter in 1911, Don Hewes is crushed when his dancing partner (and object of affection) Nadine Hale refuses to start a new contract with him. To prove Nadine's not important to him, Don acquires innocent new protege Hannah Brown, vowing to make her a star in time for next year's Easter parade.

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Credits

Crew

DirectorCharles Walters

WriterFrances Goodrich, Sidney Sheldon, Albert Hackett, Guy Bolton

CinematographerHarry Stradling Sr.

ComposerIrving Berlin, Johnny Green, Roger Edens

EditorAlbert Akst

ProducerArthur Freed

Cast

Judy Garlandas Hannah Brown

as Don Hewes

Peter Lawfordas Jonathan Harrow III

Ann Milleras Nadine Hale

Jules Munshinas François

Clinton Sundbergas Mike

Richard Beaversas Singer ("The Girl on the Magazine Cover")

Lola Albrightas Hat Model / Showgirl (uncredited)

Shirley Ballardas Showgirl (uncredited)

Edward Bibyas Audience Member (uncredited)

June Galeas Minor Role (uncredited)

Joi Lansingas Hat Model / Showgirl (uncredited)

Robert Emmett O'Connoras Policeman (uncredited)

Sam Harrisas Backstage Well-Wisher / Diner at Rooftop Show (uncredited)

Harold Milleras Diner in Restaurant (uncredited)

Jeni Le Gonas Essie (uncredited)

Sara Shaneas Showgirl (uncredited)

John Albrightas Western Union Messenger (uncredited)

Don Andersonas Passerby on Street (uncredited)

Norman S. Barkeras Trombone player in bar (uncredited)