The Greeks Had a Word for Them

A trio of money-hungry women rent a luxurious penthouse, spending their dough on drink and debonair clothing, backbiting and catfighting as they steal each other's boyfriends.

Cast

Joan Blondell

as Schatzi Sutro

Madge Evans

as Polaire

Ina Claire

as Jean Lawrence

David Manners

as Dey Emery

Lowell Sherman

as Boris Feldman

Phillips Smalley

as Justin Emery

Sidney Bracey

as The Waiter

Betty Grable

as Hat Check Girl (uncredited)

Louise Beavers

as Beautician (uncredited)

Ward Bond

as Taxi Driver (uncredited)

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