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Joan Crawford's 'Letty Lynton' Returns After 90 Years

4/15/2026

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Joan Crawford's 1932 film Letty Lynton will screen legally for the first time in 90 years, thanks to her grandson Casey LaLonde.
MGM initially sought rights to the play Dishonored Lady but opted for Letty Lynton instead.
Its disappearance did not erase influence, as Crawford's dress sparked a fashion trend.
The restored film will debut at the TCM film festival in Los Angeles and release on Blu-ray and DVD.

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Joan Crawford's 1932 film Letty Lynton will screen legally for the first time in 90 years, thanks to her grandson Casey LaLonde.
MGM initially sought rights to the play Dishonored Lady but opted for Letty Lynton instead.
Its disappearance did not erase influence, as Crawford's dress sparked a fashion trend.
The restored film will debut at the TCM film festival in Los Angeles and release on Blu-ray and DVD.