The Show (1922): cast, story & where to watch
1922 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1922, The Show is an action and comedy film directed by Norman Taurog, running about 25 minutes.
What it’s about. A harried propman backstage at a theater must put up with malfunctioning wind machines, roosters that spit nitroglycerine, and a gang planning to rob the theater's payroll.
Who’s in it. The Show stars Oliver Hardy as Stage manager / Audience Member (as Babe Hardy), Larry Semon as The Prop Man / Gentle Onlooker, Frank Alexander as Ballet dancer / Wife of Man with Family and Lucille Carlisle as Leading lady, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Show has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Show page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Show tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Show (1922)?
- In US, The Show is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Show worth watching?
- The Show holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Show?
- The Show stars Oliver Hardy, Larry Semon, Frank Alexander, Lucille Carlisle and Betty Young.
- When was The Show released?
- The Show was released in 1922, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.