The Garter Girl
“An Exceptionally Snappy, Compelling Picture”
Synopsis
Vaudeville dancer Rosalie Ray, disgusted by the advances of her admirers, quits the stage and retires to the anonymity of a small town. At her rooming house she meets young minister Arthur Lyle who proposes to her. Soon after, Rosalie learns of a mysterious woman in Lyle's past and decides to investigate. Learning that Lyle keeps a cherished memento of this femme fatale in his room, Rosalie determines to unearth it. Locating the box, she opens it, only to discover her own garter inside. Rosalie is so repulsed at the revelation that when her former manager, Brad Mortimer, appears to offer her his hand in marriage and a professional engagement, she accepts both and returns to the stage.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 3, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward H. Griffith
- Screenplay & Story
- O. Henry, William B. Courtney, Lucien Hubbard
- Original Title
- The Garter Girl
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Vitagraph Company of America
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward H. Griffith
O. Henry, William B. Courtney, Lucien Hubbard
Department Leadership Roster
Edward H. Griffith
Director
O. Henry
Writer
William B. Courtney
Writer
Lucien Hubbard
Writer
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What is The Garter Girl about?
Vaudeville dancer Rosalie Ray, disgusted by the advances of her admirers, quits the stage and retires to the anonymity of a small town. At her rooming house she meets young minister Arthur Lyle who proposes to her. Soon after, Rosalie learns of a mysterious woman in Lyle's past and decides to investigate. Learning that Lyle keeps a cherished memento of this femme fatale in his room, Rosalie determines to unearth it. Locating the box, she opens it, only to discover her own garter inside. Rosalie is so repulsed at the revelation that when her former manager, Brad Mortimer, appears to offer her his hand in marriage and a professional engagement, she accepts both and returns to the stage.
Who directed The Garter Girl?
The Garter Girl was directed by Edward H. Griffith.
Who stars in The Garter Girl?
The principal cast of The Garter Girl includes Corinne Griffith, Sally Crute, Earl Metcalfe, Rod La Rocque, James Tarbell.
When was The Garter Girl released and how long is it?
The Garter Girl was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 50m.