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Behind the Screen (1916)

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.

  • Comedy
  • Romance

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Charlie ChaplinCharlie ChaplinDavid - Property Man's Assistant
  • Photo of Eric CampbellEric CampbellGoliath - Property Man
  • Photo of Edna PurvianceEdna PurvianceAspiring Actress
  • Photo of Henry BergmanHenry BergmanDirector of Historical Film
  • Photo of Tom WoodTom WoodActor (uncredited)
  • Photo of Wesley RugglesWesley RugglesActor (uncredited)
  • Photo of Charlotte MineauCharlotte MineauActress (uncredited)
  • Photo of Leota BryanLeota BryanActress (uncredited)
  • Photo of Frank J. ColemanFrank J. ColemanAssistant Director (uncredited)
  • Photo of James T. KelleyJames T. KelleyCameraman (uncredited)

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