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The Extra Girl (1923)

"Small-town girl turns movie world upside down. Screen-struck Sue Graham messes up love affairs, upsets picture studios and the fun comes fast and furious. Mabel Normand's laugh sensation."

5.919231h 9mEN
ComedyRomanceCrime

Directed by F. Richard Jones

Rating

5.9/10

Runtime

1h 9m

Language

EN

Release

October 28, 1923

Director

F. Richard Jones

Overview

Sue Graham is a small town girl who wants to be a motion picture star. She wins a contract when a picture of a very pretty girl is sent to a studio instead of her picture. When she arrives in Hollywood, the mistake is discovered and she starts working in the props department of the studio instead. H...

Cast

Mabel Normand

Mabel Normand

Sue Graham

Ralph Graves

Ralph Graves

Dave Giddings

George Nichols

George Nichols

Zachariah 'Pa' Graham

Anna Dodge

Anna Dodge

Mary 'Ma' Graham

Vernon Dent

Vernon Dent

Aaron Applejohn

Ramsey Wallace

Ramsey Wallace

T. Phillip Hackett

Charlotte Mineau

Charlotte Mineau

Belle Brown

William Desmond

William Desmond

Himself

Louise Carver

Louise Carver

Wardrobe mistress

William Desmond

William Desmond

Himself - Actor

Carl Stockdale

Carl Stockdale

Director

Harry Gribbon

Harry Gribbon

Comedy Director

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Extra Girl (1923), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Sue Graham is a small town girl who wants to be a motion picture star. She wins a contract when a picture of a very pretty girl is sent to a studio instead of her picture. When she arrives in Hollywood, the mistake is discovered and she starts working in the props department of the studio instead. Her parents then come out to California and invest some money with a very shifty individual.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Extra Girl. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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