The Chorus Kid(1928)
She danced through life from the footlights to high society and love!
Having been in show biz since infancy, Broadway chorus girl Beatrice regrets her lack of formal education, so when she unexpectedly falls heir to a huge sum of money, Beatrice decides to make up for lost time.
Movie: The Chorus Kid
Top 7 Billed Cast
Beatrice Brown
John Powell
Peggy Powell
Mrs. Garrett
Bill Whipple
Jacob Feldman
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