The Garter Girl (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1920, The Garter Girl is a drama film directed by Edward H. Griffith, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Vaudeville dancer Rosalie Ray, disgusted by the advances of her admirers, quits the stage and retires to the anonymity of a small town. At her rooming house she meets young minister Arthur Lyle who proposes to her. Soon after, Rosalie learns of a mysterious woman in Lyle's past and decides to investigate. Learning that Lyle keeps a cherished memento of this femme fatale in his room, Rosalie determines to unearth it. Locating the box, she opens it, only to discover her own garter inside. Rosalie is so repulsed at the revelation that when her former manager, Brad Mortimer, appears to offer her his hand in marriage and a professional engagement, she accepts both and returns to the stage.
Who’s in it. The Garter Girl stars Corinne Griffith as Rosalie Ray, Sally Crute as Lynette, Earl Metcalfe as Brad Mortimer and Rod La Rocque as Arthur Lyle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Garter Girl 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 Garter Girl page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Garter Girl tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Garter Girl (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Garter Girl change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Garter Girl worth watching?
- The Garter Girl holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Garter Girl?
- The Garter Girl stars Corinne Griffith, Sally Crute, Earl Metcalfe, Rod La Rocque and James Tarbell.
- When was The Garter Girl released?
- The Garter Girl was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.