Movie

Merton of the Movies

“RED SKELTON'S HOWLING HIT ABOUT HOLLYWOOD!”

★ 6.3(5)19471h 22m

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Good to know

Director: Robert Alton
Release date: 1947-10-11
Runtime: 1h 22m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

About Merton of the Movies

Merton of the Movies is a 1947 movie in the Comedy and Romance genres, directed by Robert Alton, starring Red Skelton, Virginia O'Brien and Gloria Grahame. It has a runtime of 1 hour 22 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 5 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Merton of the Movies in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In 1915, Kansas theatre usher Merton Gill is a rabid silent-movie fan. When he brings Mammoth Studios free publicity by imitating star Lawrence Rupert's heroics, they bring him to Hollywood to generate another headline; he thinks he'll get a movie contract. Disillusioned, he haunts the casting offices, where he meets and is consoled by Phyllis Montague, bit player and stunt-woman. When Merton finally gets his "break," though, it's not quite what he envisioned.

Cast

Red Skelton

Merton Gill aka Clifford Armytage

Virginia O'Brien

Phyllis Montague

Gloria Grahame

Beulah Baxter

Leon Ames

Lawrence Rupert

Alan Mowbray

Frank Mulvaney

Charles D. Brown

Jeff Baird

Hugo Haas

Von Strutt - Director

Harry Hayden

Mr. Gashwiler

Tom Trout

Marty

Douglas Fowley

Phil

Dick Wessel

Chick

Morris Ankrum

Goodfellow's Club Manager (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Merton of the Movies in United States?+

Merton of the Movies is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Merton of the Movies on Netflix?+

Merton of the Movies is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is Merton of the Movies?+

Merton of the Movies has a runtime of 1 hour 22 minutes (82 minutes).

Who stars in Merton of the Movies?+

Merton of the Movies stars Red Skelton, Virginia O'Brien, Gloria Grahame, Leon Ames and Alan Mowbray.

When did Merton of the Movies come out?+

Merton of the Movies is a 1947 movie directed by Robert Alton.

What genre is Merton of the Movies?+

Merton of the Movies is Comedy and Romance film.

Who directed Merton of the Movies?+

Merton of the Movies was directed by Robert Alton.