Paris (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film
Released in 1929, Paris is a romance film directed by Clarence G. Badger, running about 97 minutes. “The talking picture of the FUTURE is here TODAY!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Irène Bordoni is cast as Vivienne Rolland, a Parisian chorus girl in love with Massachusetts boy Andrew Sabbot (Jason Robards Sr.) Andrew's snobbish mother Cora (Louise Closser Hale) tries to break up the romance. Jack Buchanan likewise makes his talking-picture debut as Guy Pennell, the leading man in Vivienne's revue. No film elements of Paris are known to exist, although the complete soundtrack survives on Vitaphone disks. The sound tape reels for this film survives at UCLA Film and Television Archive.
Who’s in it. Paris stars Irène Bordoni as Vivienne Rolland, Jack Buchanan as Guy Pennell, Louise Closser Hale as Cora Sabbot and Jason Robards Sr. as Andrew Sabbot, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paris page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paris tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paris (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Paris change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Paris?
- Paris stars Irène Bordoni, Jack Buchanan, Louise Closser Hale, Jason Robards Sr. and Zasu Pitts.
- When was Paris released?
- Paris was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.