Crossed Wires (1923): cast, story & where to watch
1923 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1923, Crossed Wires is a comedy film directed by King Baggot, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Marcel Murphy, a telephone operator with society aspirations, overhears Mrs. Benson's conversation describing a party she is planning for her son, Ralph, and wangles an invitation by imitating Mrs. Benson's voice. At the party a maid accuses Marcel of the theft of another guest's jewelry, but she appeals to Mr. Benson, who covers up for her by describing Marcel as the daughter of an old friend and by secretly installing her in a hotel suite.
Who’s in it. Crossed Wires stars Gladys Walton as Marcel Murphy, George Stewart as Ralph Benson, Tom Guise as Bellamy Benson and Lillian Langdon as Mrs. Margaret Benson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Crossed Wires has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Crossed Wires page.
If you liked it. Fans of Crossed Wires tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Crossed Wires (1923)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Crossed Wires change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Crossed Wires worth watching?
- Crossed Wires holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Crossed Wires?
- Crossed Wires stars Gladys Walton, George Stewart, Tom Guise, Lillian Langdon and William Robert Daly.
- When was Crossed Wires released?
- Crossed Wires was released in 1923, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.