The drunk-actor-redemption story that started them all — 1923 edition.
The often-told film story of a drunken actor hitting the skids, making a comeback, and helping his grown daughter in the bargain.
Acting
Brandon Tynan's theatrical drunk acting.
Costume
1920s stage attire vs. everyday wear.
Director
Ralph Ince
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Mary Astor, barely 17 here, would become Hollywood royalty in 'Maltese Falcon' two decades later.
This adaptation of Winchell Smith's play established a template still used by 'A Star Is Born' iterations today.
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