Night and Day (1946)
Popularity4/5
12-month trend
12-month trend
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Sep2.7kOct1.7kNov1.7kDec6.5kJan2.0kFeb1.7kMar1.7kApr1.5kMay7.8kJun2.3kJul1.7kAug1.7k
2025-09 to 2026-08
Directors
Michael Curtiz
Cast
Cary Grant, Alexis Smith, Monty Woolley, Ginny Simms, Jane Wyman, Eve Arden
The story
Cole Porter is studying law at Yale University, at the encouragement of his grandfather. One of his law professors, Monty Woolley (playing himself), encourages his songwriting. Porter abandons study of law and Woolley leaves Yale as well.
Genres
Biographical picture, Musical, biographical film, drama film, musical film
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