Molly and I (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1920, Molly and I is a drama film directed by Howard M. Mitchell, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. A doctor's typist Shirley Brown lives vicariously through the romance novels written by Philip Smith. When the author comes to live at her boardinghouse, her admiration is fostered by sympathy upon realizing that her idol is losing his eyesight and that it can only be saved by a specialist in Italy. Sacrificing herself to help Philip, Molly makes him believe that she is an old maid who has been waiting forty years to find a husband, and she induces him to marry her in return for $5,000, half the legacy she is to receive on her wedding day.
Who’s in it. Molly and I stars Shirley Mason as Molly / Shirley Brown, Alan Roscoe as Philip Smith, Harry Dunkinson as Jack Herrick and Lila Leslie as Marion Sutherland.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Molly and I 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 Molly and I page.
If you liked it. Fans of Molly and I tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Molly and I (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Molly and I change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Molly and I worth watching?
- Molly and I holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Molly and I?
- Molly and I stars Shirley Mason, Alan Roscoe, Harry Dunkinson and Lila Leslie.
- When was Molly and I released?
- Molly and I was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.