Girl Overboard
“A Smashingly Dramatic and Colorful Picture of a Girl Adrift Among Dock rats.”
Synopsis
A young man is sentenced to prison for a term of eight years, yet he's allowed out if he promises not to get married for those eight years, lest he be forced to complete his sentence behind bars. He goes to live on an old ship in the harbor with an old sea captain. One day a homeless girl is fished out of the water and brought to live on the boat, soon marrying the young man. All is well until his parole officer finds out.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 28, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Wesley Ruggles
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul Schofield, John B. Clymer
- Original Title
- Girl Overboard
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wesley Ruggles
Paul Schofield, John B. Clymer
John Stumar
Ray Curtiss
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Schofield
Writer
Wesley Ruggles
Director
John Stumar
Director of Photography
Ray Curtiss
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Girl Overboard
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Girl Overboard about?
A young man is sentenced to prison for a term of eight years, yet he's allowed out if he promises not to get married for those eight years, lest he be forced to complete his sentence behind bars. He goes to live on an old ship in the harbor with an old sea captain. One day a homeless girl is fished out of the water and brought to live on the boat, soon marrying the young man. All is well until his parole officer finds out.
Who directed Girl Overboard?
Girl Overboard was directed by Wesley Ruggles.
Who stars in Girl Overboard?
The principal cast of Girl Overboard includes Mary Philbin, Fred MacKaye, Otis Harlan, Francis McDonald, Edmund Breese.
When was Girl Overboard released and how long is it?
Girl Overboard was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.