Our Mutual Girl (1914): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1914, Our Mutual Girl is a drama film directed by Lawrence B. McGill. “Shows us all about the latest Parisian craze of the "colored wig" or the coiffure to match the dress, together with all the latest in the world of dress and fashion.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Our Mutual Girl was unique. Not quite a serial, not quite a newsreel and not strictly an advertisement, it combined elements of all three. In 52 weekly one-reel episodes, running from January 19, 1914 to January 11, 1915, the Mutual Girl outwitted villains, saw the sights of New York, met with theatrical and political celebrities (who frequently helped her out of trouble) and tried on fashionable outfits in chic stores. The fashions were an early example of product placement, although apparently not paid placement.

Who’s in it. Our Mutual Girl stars Norma Phillips as Our Mutual Girl / Margaret, Mayme Kelso as Mrs. James Knickerbocker - Margaret's Aunt, Jessie Lewis as Lewis - Mrs. Knickerbocker's Maid and James Alling as Mrs. Knickerbocker's Butler, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Our Mutual Girl page.

If you liked it. Fans of Our Mutual Girl tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.