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The Letter (1929) is an American drama film produced by Paramount Pictures. It was the first full-sound feature shot at Astoria Studios, Queens, New York City. A silent version of the film was also released. It stars the noted stage actress Jeanne Eagels along with O. P. Heggie and was directed by Jean de Limur. The film was adapted by Garrett Fort from the 1927 play The Letter by W. Somerset Maugham. It tells the story of a married woman who kills her lover out of jealousy and is brought to trial.
Original Release
03/17/1929
US Release
03/17/1929
Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|
| Jeanne Eagels | Leslie Crosbie |
| Reginald Owen | Robert Crosbie |
| Herbert Marshall | Geoffrey Hammond |
| Irene Browne | Mrs. Joyce |
| O.P. Heggie | Howard Joyce / Joyce |
| Lady Tsen Mei | Li-Ti |
| Tamaki Yoshiwara | Ong Chi Seng |
| Peter Chong | Servant |
| Fredi Washington | Opium Den Dancer |
| Isabel Washington | Opium Den Dancer |
Directors
Writers
W. Somerset Maugham, Jean de Limur, Mort Blumenstock, Monta Bell
Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|
| Jeanne Eagels | Leslie Crosbie |
| Reginald Owen | Robert Crosbie |
| Herbert Marshall | Geoffrey Hammond |
| Irene Browne | Mrs. Joyce |
| O.P. Heggie | Howard Joyce / Joyce |
| Lady Tsen Mei | Li-Ti |
| Tamaki Yoshiwara | Ong Chi Seng |
| Peter Chong | Servant |
| Fredi Washington | Opium Den Dancer |
| Isabel Washington | Opium Den Dancer |
Producers
| Name | Role |
|---|
| Monta Bell | Producer |
Editors
| Year | Type | Category | Won |
|---|
| 1930 | Oscar | Best Actress in a Leading Role | Nominated |
