The Star Maker(1939)
THE STARS OF TOMORROW TELLING THE STORY OF THE STAR OF YESTERDAY
This is a film about the life of Gus Edwards, a well known vaudeville composer, entertainer, and producer.
Movie: The Star Maker
Top 10 Billed Cast
Larry Earl
Mary
Jane Gray
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Carlotta Salvini
Stella
Walter Damrosch
Mr. Proctor
Miss Esther Jones
Mr. Flannigan
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