Mrs. Adolph Schmidt — Back Street Character Profile

About Mrs. Adolph Schmidt

Ray Schmidt's stepmother who strongly disapproves of Ray's nighttime habits, including drinking beer and dancing with various men. Her disapproval highlights the social constraints and family tension surrounding Ray's early lifestyle in Cincinnati.

Character Facts

Played by

Jane Darwell

Appears in

Back Street (1932)

Role

Supporting

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• Ray Schmidt (Irene Dunne)
• Walter D. Saxel (John Boles)
• Kurt Shendler (George Meeker)
• Richard Saxel (William Bakewell)
• Freda Schmidt (June Clyde)
• Mrs. Dole (Zasu Pitts)
• Francine (Shirley Grey)
• Beth Saxel (Arletta Duncan)
• Corinne Saxel (Doris Lloyd)
• Adolph Schmidt (Paul Weigel)
• Casino Onlooker (uncredited) (Jack Chefe)
• Gossip (uncredited) (Betty Blythe)