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Alice in Movieland (1940)

1940-03-03 · 22m · EN
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In a U.S. town that could be anywhere, 18-year-old Alice Purdee wins a free trip to Hollywood. With the assistance of a cheerful porter, she takes the night train and dreams about her arrival. Instead of instant success, she meets disappointment after disappointment, and she needs the unexpected encouragement of her grandmother and an aging, former star whom she meets at a talent night. Finally, she gets a call to be an extra, and she's so hopeful that the regulars decide to make a fool of her. Is this the end of Alice's dream? Not if the porter has anything to say about it.

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Jean NegulescoDirector

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Joan LeslieJoan LeslieAlice Purdee (as Joan Brodel)Nana BryantNana BryantAgatha WintersClara BlandickClara BlandickGrandmotherClarence MuseClarence MuseTrain PorterDavid BruceDavid BruceAssistant Director (uncredited)Frank FaylenFrank FaylenMaster of Ceremonies (uncredited)Lucia CarrollLucia CarrollGirl with Bill (uncredited)Alan HaleAlan HaleCarlo's Guest (uncredited)Richard ClaytonRichard ClaytonAutograph Hound (uncredited)Marion MackMarion MackWell-Wisher at Train Station (uncredited)Maurice CostelloMaurice CostelloWell-Wisher at Train Station (uncredited)Frank MayoFrank MayoSam Purdee (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions about Alice in Movieland

What is Alice in Movieland about?

In a U.S. town that could be anywhere, 18-year-old Alice Purdee wins a free trip to Hollywood. With the assistance of a cheerful porter, she takes the night train and dreams about her arrival. Instead of instant success, she meets disappointment after disappointment, and she needs the unexpected encouragement of her grandmother and an aging, former star whom she meets at a talent night. Finally, she gets a call to be an extra, and she's so hopeful that the regulars decide to make a fool of her. Is this the end of Alice's dream? Not if the porter has anything to say about it.

How long is Alice in Movieland?

Alice in Movieland has a runtime of 22 minutes.