Woman Hungry (1931)
A Western romance from the early sound era, adapting a celebrated American stage play for the screen with frontier drama and adventure.
Woman Hungry - Movie Information
- Release Year: 1931
- Directed by: Clarence G. Badger
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Western, Romance
- Runtime: 1h 5m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): April 4, 1931 (United States)
- Production Companies: First National Pictures
- Production Countries: United States of America
Woman Hungry - Plot
This film, believed lost, was based on William Vaughn Moody's 1906 play The Great Divide. The story was filmed as a silent film by MGM as The Great Divide (1925) and as an early silent/sound hybrid by First National also called The Great Divide (1929). Judith Temple has come West to Arizona for some excitement. As she says goodbye to her brother and his wife, who are returning to the East, Dr. Neil Cranford, who is in love with her, is called away to tend the broken ribs of a man injured in a barroom brawl.
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Woman Hungry - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Clarence G. Badger
Main Cast
- Sidney Blackmer
- Lila Lee
- Raymond Hatton
- Fred Kohler
- Kenneth Thomson
- Olive Tell
- David Newell
- Tom Dugan
- Blanche Friderici
- J. Farrell MacDonald
Writers
- Howard Estabrook
Woman Hungry - FAQs
What is Woman Hungry about?
Woman Hungry follows Judith Temple, a young woman who heads to the Arizona frontier in search of excitement and adventure. Based on William Vaughn Moody's 1906 stage play The Great Divide, the film blends Western frontier drama with romance as Judith navigates life far from the comforts of the East.
Is Woman Hungry a lost film?
Yes, Woman Hungry is believed to be a lost film. No known surviving print has been confirmed, making it one of many early sound-era Hollywood productions that have disappeared over the decades due to deterioration, studio vault fires, or simple neglect of film preservation.
What play is Woman Hungry based on?
The film is based on The Great Divide, a celebrated 1906 stage play by American playwright William Vaughn Moody. The same source material was previously adapted as a silent film by MGM in 1925 and as an early sound hybrid by First National in 1929, before this 1931 version.
Who are the main actors in Woman Hungry?
The film stars Sidney Blackmer as Geoffrey Brand and Lila Lee as Judith Temple in the lead roles. The supporting cast includes Raymond Hatton, Fred Kohler, Kenneth Thomson, Olive Tell, David Newell, Tom Dugan, Blanche Friderici, and J. Farrell MacDonald.
Who directed Woman Hungry?
Clarence G. Badger directed Woman Hungry. Badger was a prolific Hollywood director who worked extensively during the silent era and transitioned into early sound films. He was particularly known for his work with comedic and romantic pictures throughout the 1920s and early 1930s.
Where to watch Woman Hungry online?
Because Woman Hungry is considered a lost film, no confirmed streaming options are currently available. You can check JustWatch for any updated viewing options in your region, as availability may change if a surviving print is ever discovered or restored.
How many times was The Great Divide adapted?
William Vaughn Moody's play The Great Divide was adapted for the screen at least three times. MGM produced a silent version in 1925, First National followed with an early sound hybrid in 1929, and then released this 1931 sound remake retitled Woman Hungry, all within a single decade.
What studio produced Woman Hungry?
Woman Hungry was produced by First National Pictures, an American film studio that was absorbed by Warner Bros. in the late 1920s but continued releasing films under its own banner into the early 1930s. The screenplay was written by Howard Estabrook, with cinematography by Sol Polito and Charles Schoenbaum.
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