Back Stage (1919): cast, story & where to watch
1919 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1919, Back Stage is a comedy film directed by Roscoe Arbuckle, running about 26 minutes. “The terrible tale of a stage carpenter who saw so much that he sawed but little.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Roscoe and Buster give a bullying Strongman the what-for, but after the performance troupe quits it's up to Fatty and Buster to keep the show going.
Who’s in it. Back Stage stars Roscoe Arbuckle as Stagehand, Buster Keaton as Stagehand, Jack Coogan Sr. as Clarence Marmalade and Molly Malone as Assistant, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Back Stage has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Back Stage page.
If you liked it. Fans of Back Stage tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Back Stage (1919)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Back Stage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Back Stage worth watching?
- Back Stage holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Back Stage?
- Back Stage stars Roscoe Arbuckle, Buster Keaton, Jack Coogan Sr., Molly Malone and Charles A. Post.
- When was Back Stage released?
- Back Stage was released in 1919, with a runtime of about 26 minutes.