Storyline
Nancy Carroll stars in Manhattan Cocktail as Babs, a college coed who dreams of becoming a famous actress. Joining up with her campus chums Fred (Richard Arlen) and Bob (Danny O'Shea), likewise aspiring thespians, Babes heads to Broadway with stars in her eyes. The winsome threesome are quickly disillusioned by the heartless machinations of nasty producer Renov (Paul Lukas) and his harridan wife (Lilyan Tashman). Before the plot proper gets under way, the audience is regaled with a cute "mythological" prologue, featuring the same three leading actors. Manhattan Cocktail was a silent picture, except for two brief musical numbers showcasing Nancy Carroll.
Cast & Crew
Nancy Carroll
Babs Clark
Lead
Richard Arlen
Fred Tilden
DO
Danny O'Shea
Bob Marky
Paul Lukas
Boris Renov
Lilyan Tashman
Mrs. Renov
Edwina Booth
Edwina
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Dorothy Arzner's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Manhattan Cocktail is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
