The read
It runs a compact 1h 24m.
Synopsis
Daydreaming waitress Jennie Hagen fantasizes about becoming a famous actress, while in reality she and her cook boyfriend, Orme Wilson, hope to one day own their own diner. Although Orme loves Jennie, he also has a weakness for stage stars -- so when a riverboat theatrical crew comes to their town, he is smitten by lead actress Lillian Lyons. Desperate to keep Orme, Jennie insists on going onstage to best Lillian, but is soon out of her depth.
Ratings
IMDb6.8/10
16 audience votes
Key crew
- Allan DwanDirector
- Forrest HalseyScreenplay
Cast
- Gloria SwansonJennie Hagen
- Lawrence GrayOrme Wilson
- Gertrude AstorLillian Lyons
- Oliver SandysHilda Wagner
- Ford SterlingBuck
- Carrie ScottMrs. Wagner
- Emile HochMr. Wagner
- Margery WhittingtonSoubrette
Stills
Themes
showboat