Dark Victory (1939)

Cast

• Bette Davis - Judith Traherne
• George Brent - Dr. Frederick Steele
• Humphrey Bogart - Michael O'Leary
• Geraldine Fitzgerald - Ann King
• Ronald Reagan - Alec
• Henry Travers - Dr. Parsons
• Cora Witherspoon - Carrie
• Dorothy Peterson - Miss Wainwright
• Virginia Brissac - Martha
• Charles Richman - Colonel Mantle

Screenplay

• Bertram Bloch (Theatre Play)
• Casey Robinson (Screenplay)
• George Emerson Brewer Jr. (Theatre Play)

Themes

Stories of Hope and Redemption

Keywords

horseback riding, brain tumor, female friendship, based on play or musical, long island, new york, socialite, doctor patient relationship, blindness, brain surgery, depressing, compassionate, hopeful

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dark Victory about?

Socialite Judith Traherne lives a lavish but emotionally empty life. Riding horses is one of her few joys, and her stable master is secretly in love with her. Told she has a brain tumor by her doctor, Frederick Steele, Judith becomes distraught. After she decides to have surgery to remove the tumor, Judith realizes she is in love with Dr. Steele, but more troubling medical news may sabotage her new relationship, and her second chance at life.

Who directed Dark Victory?

Dark Victory was directed by Edmund Goulding.

Who stars in Dark Victory?

Dark Victory stars Bette Davis, George Brent, Humphrey Bogart, Geraldine Fitzgerald, Ronald Reagan, Henry Travers.

How long is Dark Victory?

Dark Victory has a runtime of 1h 44m (104 minutes).

What genre is Dark Victory?

Dark Victory is a Drama, Romance film.

Where was Dark Victory produced?

Dark Victory was produced in United States of America.

What are the themes of Dark Victory?

The themes of Dark Victory include: Stories of Hope and Redemption.