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Hit of the Show

19281h 12mRalph Ince

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For fifteen years, vaudeville comedian "Twisty" has struggled for his big break, holding onto nothing but faith—and a small ivory elephant charm he believes brings him luck. One day, he’s summoned to the office of big-time producer Greening, certain that his moment has finally come.

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What is Hit of the Show (1928) about?

For fifteen years, vaudeville comedian "Twisty" has struggled for his big break, holding onto nothing but faith—and a small ivory elephant charm he believes brings him luck. One day, he’s summoned to the office of big-time producer Greening, certain that his moment has finally come.

Who stars in Hit of the Show?

Hit of the Show stars Joe E. Brown (Twisty), Gertrude Olmstead (Kathlyn Carson), William Bailey (Tremaine), Gertrude Astor (Trece), Ole M. Ness (Goldstein). The film was directed by Ralph Ince.

How long is Hit of the Show?

Hit of the Show has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1928.

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