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It Pays to Advertise

It Pays to Advertise

To prove his thesis that any product--even one that doesn't exist--can be merchandized if it is advertised properly, a young man gets together with his father's savvy secretary to market a non-existent laundry soap. Complications ensue when his "product" turns out to be more successful than even he imagined--and now he has to deliver.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: It Pays to Advertise
  • Genres: Comedy
  • Release Date: 1931-02-18
  • Runtime: 63 minutes
  • Rating: 4.7/10 (3 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Paramount Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.7192
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Norman Foster

Norman Foster

as Rodney Martin

Carole Lombard

Carole Lombard

as Mary Grayson

Eugene Pallette

Eugene Pallette

as Cyrus Martin

Richard 'Skeets' Gallagher

Richard 'Skeets' Gallagher

as Ambrose Peale

Louise Brooks

Louise Brooks

as Thelma Temple

Lucien Littlefield

Lucien Littlefield

as Adams

Judith Wood

Judith Wood

as Countess de Beaurien (as Helen Johnson)

Morgan Wallace

Morgan Wallace

as L.R. McChesney

Tom Kennedy

Tom Kennedy

as Perkins

Marcia Manners

Marcia Manners

as Miss Burke

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is It Pays to Advertise?

It Pays to Advertise is a Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1931-02-18.

Who are the main actors in It Pays to Advertise?

The main cast includes Norman Foster, Carole Lombard, Eugene Pallette, Richard 'Skeets' Gallagher, Louise Brooks, .

Where can I watch It Pays to Advertise online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if It Pays to Advertise is available.

Is It Pays to Advertise based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of It Pays to Advertise?

It Pays to Advertise has an IMDb rating of 4.7/10 based on 3 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of It Pays to Advertise?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for It Pays to Advertise?

The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was It Pays to Advertise filmed?

It Pays to Advertise was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is It Pays to Advertise?

The total runtime of It Pays to Advertise is 63 minutes.

Is It Pays to Advertise suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to It Pays to Advertise?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to It Pays to Advertise.

Does It Pays to Advertise have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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