

The Darling of New York
Synopsis
Santussa, an orphan who becomes separated from her nurse en route to America to live with her grandfather, is cared for by gangsters who hide their stolen jewels in her ragdoll. In New York, Big Mike, finding Santussa a nuisance, dumps her and the doll in a trash can, where a newsboy finds her. After several adventures, Santussa finds her grandfather, the jewels are handed over to customs officials, and the gang of crooks is reformed.
Top Cast
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Santussa
Sheldon Lewis
Giovanni
Gladys Brockwell
Ligh Fingered Kitty
Pat Hartigan
Big Mike
Frank Currier
Grandfather Van Dyne
Frank Coghlan Jr.
The Ross Kid
Dorothy Hagan
Mrs. Ross
Estelle Goulder
Governess
Carl Stockdale
Soulful Sid
William H. Turner
Close, the Master Mind
Jose Devere
Florrie
William Quinn
Ice Malone
Max Davidson
Solomon Levinsky
Emma Steele
Mrs. Levinsky
Spec O'Donnell
Willie
Fred Esmelton
Norwood
Betty Francisco
Frances
Bertram Anderson-Smith
Bice
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 3, 1923
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- King Baggot
- Screenplay & Story
- King Baggot, Adrian Johnson, Raymond L. Schrock
- Original Title
- The Darling of New York
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
King Baggot
King Baggot, Adrian Johnson, Raymond L. Schrock
John Stumar
Department Leadership Roster
King Baggot
Director
Adrian Johnson
Writer
Raymond L. Schrock
Writer
John Stumar
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Darling of New York
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Darling of New York about?
Santussa, an orphan who becomes separated from her nurse en route to America to live with her grandfather, is cared for by gangsters who hide their stolen jewels in her ragdoll. In New York, Big Mike, finding Santussa a nuisance, dumps her and the doll in a trash can, where a newsboy finds her. After several adventures, Santussa finds her grandfather, the jewels are handed over to customs officials, and the gang of crooks is reformed.
Who directed The Darling of New York?
The Darling of New York was directed by King Baggot.
Who stars in The Darling of New York?
The principal cast of The Darling of New York includes Baby Peggy, Sheldon Lewis, Gladys Brockwell, Pat Hartigan, Frank Currier.
When was The Darling of New York released and how long is it?
The Darling of New York was released in 1923 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
















