Singapore Sue
A lively musical short capturing Cary Grant at the very beginning of his Hollywood journey.
Editorial ratings
- Cary Grant
- Story
- Direction
- Cinematography
- Entertainment
- Historical importance
Featured quote
“An important historical artifact documenting Grant's formative Hollywood year.”
Introduction
A two-reel musical short produced for theatrical programs during the early sound era.
The Story
Romance, music, comedy, and shipboard misunderstandings unfold around entertainer Singapore Sue.
Production & Behind the Scenes
Educational Pictures created the short while Grant continued developing through diverse early roles.
Cary Grant's Performance
Grant demonstrates relaxed confidence, natural movement, and understated charisma.
Casey Robinson's Direction & Themes
Escapism, music, travel, romance, and brisk storytelling define the production.
Historical Context
Represents both the Pre-Code era and the once-common theatrical short subject.
Legacy & Influence
Now valued primarily for documenting Cary Grant's remarkable artistic evolution.
Production & release
Early 1932
Production begins at Educational Pictures.
July 31, 1932
Released theatrically.
Late 1932
Grant continues rising through Paramount.
Mid-1930s
Short subjects decline as double features take over.
Today
Preserved as an important early Cary Grant artifact.
Cast.
Anna Chang as Singapore Sue
Joe Wong as Singer / Gigolo
Cary Grant as First Sailor
Millard Mitchell as Second Sailor
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