Publicity Pays
Synopsis
Jimmy Jump's young wife goes in strongly for amateur theatricals. After one of her performances a theater manager signs her up. He opens a publicity campaign by having her appear in public in spectacular costumes, with a monkey for a pet. The monkey gets away and Jimmy is elected to capture it. When peace once more descends upon them, the young wife decides to give up her career and devote her time to Jimmy.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 4, 1924
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Leo McCarey
- Screenplay & Story
- Leo McCarey
- Original Title
- Publicity Pays
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- Hal Roach Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Leo McCarey
Leo McCarey
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Leo McCarey
Director
Leo McCarey
Writer
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What is Publicity Pays about?
Jimmy Jump's young wife goes in strongly for amateur theatricals. After one of her performances a theater manager signs her up. He opens a publicity campaign by having her appear in public in spectacular costumes, with a monkey for a pet. The monkey gets away and Jimmy is elected to capture it. When peace once more descends upon them, the young wife decides to give up her career and devote her time to Jimmy.
Who directed Publicity Pays?
Publicity Pays was directed by Leo McCarey.
Who stars in Publicity Pays?
The principal cast of Publicity Pays includes Charley Chase, Beth Darlington, Eddie Baker, Noah Young, Lyle Tayo.
When was Publicity Pays released and how long is it?
Publicity Pays was released in 1924 with a total runtime of 10m.