The Merry Widow (1934) is a romantic musical comedy directed by Ernst Lubitsch and starring Maurice Chevalier, Jeanette MacDonald and Edward Everett Horton. The film follows the story of a small kingdom's main taxpayer, the wealthy widow Sonia, who leaves for Paris, prompting the king to dispatch a dashing count to win back her allegiance. Notable for its lavish production and the signature "Lubitsch touch," the film showcases a blend of humor, romance and musical numbers.
