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Behind the Screen

Behind the Screen

During the troubled shooting of several movies, David, the prop man's assistant, meets an aspiring actress who tries to find work in the studio. Things get messy when the stagehands decide to go on strike.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Behind the Screen
  • Genres: Comedy, Romance
  • Release Date: 1916-11-13
  • Runtime: 24 minutes
  • Rating: 6.511/10 (89 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Lone Star Corporation
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.4314
  • Languages: No Language

Cast & Crew

Charlie Chaplin

Charlie Chaplin

as David - Property Man's Assistant

Eric Campbell

Eric Campbell

as Goliath - Property Man

Edna Purviance

Edna Purviance

as Aspiring Actress

Henry Bergman

Henry Bergman

as Director of Historical Film

Tom Wood

Tom Wood

as Actor (uncredited)

Wesley Ruggles

Wesley Ruggles

as Actor (uncredited)

Charlotte Mineau

Charlotte Mineau

as Actress (uncredited)

Leota Bryan

Leota Bryan

as Actress (uncredited)

Frank J. Coleman

Frank J. Coleman

as Assistant Director (uncredited)

James T. Kelley

James T. Kelley

as Cameraman (uncredited)

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Keywords

movie businessslapstick comedyfalling in lovesilent filmlabor strikemovie studioproperty mantyrannical bossshort film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Behind the Screen?

Behind the Screen is a Comedy, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1916-11-13.

Who are the main actors in Behind the Screen?

The main cast includes Charlie Chaplin, Eric Campbell, Edna Purviance, Henry Bergman, Tom Wood, .

Where can I watch Behind the Screen online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Behind the Screen is available.

Is Behind the Screen based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Behind the Screen?

Behind the Screen has an IMDb rating of 6.511/10 based on 89 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Behind the Screen?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Behind the Screen?

The soundtrack was composed by Lone Star Corporation. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Behind the Screen filmed?

Behind the Screen was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Behind the Screen?

The total runtime of Behind the Screen is 24 minutes.

Is Behind the Screen suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Behind the Screen?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Behind the Screen.

Does Behind the Screen have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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