The Girl from Chicago
Synopsis
An undercover government agent on a case in Mississippi meets and falls in love with a beautiful young woman who's being menaced by a local crime boss.
Top Cast
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Carl Mahon
Alonzo White
Starr Calloway
Norma Shepard (as Star Calloway)
Alice B. Russell
Miss Warren
Eunice Brooks
Mary Austin
Minto Cato
Minnie, Mary's sister
John Everett
Jeff Ballinger
Frank H. Wilson
Wade Washington
Cherokee Thornton
A "Snitch"
Grace Smith
Liza Hatfield
Edwin Cary
Conrad, the numbers man
Juano Hernández
Gomez
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 14, 1932
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Oscar Micheaux
- Screenplay & Story
- Oscar Micheaux
- Original Title
- The Girl from Chicago
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Production Studios
- Micheaux Picture Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Oscar Micheaux
Oscar Micheaux
Oscar Micheaux
Department Leadership Roster
Oscar Micheaux
Director
Oscar Micheaux
Writer
Oscar Micheaux
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Girl from Chicago
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Girl from Chicago about?
An undercover government agent on a case in Mississippi meets and falls in love with a beautiful young woman who's being menaced by a local crime boss.
Who directed The Girl from Chicago?
The Girl from Chicago was directed by Oscar Micheaux.
Who stars in The Girl from Chicago?
The principal cast of The Girl from Chicago includes Carl Mahon, Starr Calloway, Alice B. Russell, Eunice Brooks, Minto Cato.
When was The Girl from Chicago released and how long is it?
The Girl from Chicago was released in 1932 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.