The Star Boarder (1919): cast, story & where to watch
1919 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1919, The Star Boarder is a comedy and crime film directed by Larry Semon, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Larry's absurdly plush life of ease as a convict comes to an end when his sentence is up. Tossed out, he tries several ways, including a stickup to get back in the comfortable jail. Exchanging clothes with a lookalike escaped prisoner, he goes back, only to find he's to be hung. Now desperate to leave again, he joins other cons in a jailbreak.
Who’s in it. The Star Boarder stars Larry Semon as Star Boarder / Little Joe, Escaped Convict, Lucille Carlisle as The Warden's Daughter, William Hauber as Old Maid and Norma Shearer as Big V Beauty Squad Member (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Star Boarder sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Star Boarder page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Star Boarder tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Star Boarder (1919)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Star Boarder change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Star Boarder worth watching?
- The Star Boarder holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Star Boarder?
- The Star Boarder stars Larry Semon, Lucille Carlisle, William Hauber, Norma Shearer and Chai Hong.
- When was The Star Boarder released?
- The Star Boarder was released in 1919, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.