Upstage (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1926, Upstage is a drama film directed by Monta Bell, running about 76 minutes. “The picture that goes 'back-stage' - and reveals the thrilling drama that stalks there!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Dolly Havens, a small-town girl with big-town ambitions that are larger than her talents, hooks up with Johnny Storm, a vaudeville performer, whose talents make the act a success. Dolly, thinking she is the reason, meets a handsome leading man and joins up with him but, before long, he discovers 'she ain't a trouper' and she is soon performing with 4th-class acts in Tank Town America
Who’s in it. Upstage stars Norma Shearer as Dolly Haven, Oscar Shaw as Johnny Storm, Tenen Holtz as Sam Davis and Gwen Lee as Dixie Mason, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Upstage has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Upstage page.
If you liked it. Fans of Upstage tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Upstage (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Upstage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Upstage worth watching?
- Upstage holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Upstage?
- Upstage stars Norma Shearer, Oscar Shaw, Tenen Holtz, Gwen Lee and Dorothy Phillips.
- When was Upstage released?
- Upstage was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.