The Girl from Woolworth's (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film
Released in 1929, The Girl from Woolworth's is a comedy and music film directed by William Beaudine, running about 60 minutes. “5 Times the Thrill - 10 Times the Romance” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Daisy, a clerk at Woolworth's, loves to sing. She meets Bill, a guard on the subway, at a party and they're both attracted to each other, but each tells the other that they have a different job than they actually do. Bill later finds her handbag on the subway, returns it to her and invites her to dinner. They dine at the swanky Mayfield Club, where owner Lawrence Mayfield is also attracted to Daisy and offers her a job there as a singer. Bill is not happy, although Daisy is.
Who’s in it. The Girl from Woolworth's stars Alice White as Pat King, Gladden James as Dowling, Bert Moorhouse as Dave and Patricia Caron as Cleo, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Girl from Woolworth's page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Girl from Woolworth's tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Girl from Woolworth's (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Girl from Woolworth's change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Girl from Woolworth's?
- The Girl from Woolworth's stars Alice White, Gladden James, Bert Moorhouse, Patricia Caron and William Orlamond.
- When was The Girl from Woolworth's released?
- The Girl from Woolworth's was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.