Movie: Opening Night

Top 3 Billed Cast

Helen Eby-Rock
Helen Eby-Rock

The Box Office Cashier

Leo Hoyt
Leo Hoyt

Mr. Walter Pendleton

Dorothy Sands
Dorothy Sands

Mrs. Walter Pendleton

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    This short film satirizes theatrical opening nights.

  • Release Date

    1931-01-05

  • Average

    5.5

  • Rating:

    2.8 starts
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  • Languages:

    English

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