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Merton of the Movies

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A small-town boy with big-time ideas, Merton heads to Hollywood, hoping to become a great dramatic star.

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Republic Staff Arizona Republic 02/05/2021
It is not serious -- there are more laughs than tears -- but it is a film with a real heart-interest. Go to Full Review Helen Klumph Los Angeles Times 02/05/2021
I dare say that Glenn Hunter and Viola Dana give good performances in their roles but I kept thinking of how much better Charles Ray and Dorothy Gish would have played them. Go to Full Review SMH Staff Sydney Morning Herald 02/05/2021
This production of "movleland" does not carry much conviction, even as burlesque. Go to Full Review Robert E. Sherwood LIFE 10/07/2021
James Cruze directed Merton of the Movies, and the briskness, snap and spontaneity which distinguish all his productions are evident throughout the picture. Go to Full Review NZ Herald Staff New Zealand Herald 02/05/2021
Written by the popular American novelist, Harry Leon Wilson, this delightful satire has been faithfully transferred to the screen, keeping all the sparkle found in the novel. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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James Cruze

Director

Glenn Hunter

Merton Gill

Charles Sellon

Pete Gashwiler

Sadie Gordon

Mrs. Gaswiler

Gale Henry

Tessie Kearns

Luke Cosgrave

Lowell Hardy
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Synopsis A small-town boy with big-time ideas, Merton heads to Hollywood, hoping to become a great dramatic star.
Director
James Cruze
Producer
James Cruze
Screenwriter
Harry Leon Wilson, Marc Connelly, George S. Kaufman, Walter Woods
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 20m