The Duke Is Tops
1938 · 1h 3m · Approved
Comedy, Music, Romance
Directed by
William L. Nolte
Overview
A theatrical producer puts aside his own success to boost the career of a talented singer.
Director and cast
- William L. Nolte Director
- Ralph Cooper as Duke Davis
- Lena Horne as Ethel Andrews
- Laurence Criner as Doc Dorando (as Lawrence Criner)
- Monte Hawley as George Marshall
- Willie Covan as Specialty Tap Dancer
- Neva Peoples as Ella
- Vernon McCalla as Mason (as Vernon McCallum)
- Edward Thompson as Ferdie Fenton
- Johnny Taylor as Dippy, 'Prince Alakazoo'
- Everett Brown as Sheriff
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