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The Mysterious Miss Terry

1917-08-19 · 50 min · Not rated

Mystery

In her first Paramount film, Billie Burke plays Helen Wentworth, an heiress who's bored with the high life and decides to enjoy a bit of the low life.

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Directors
J. Searle Dawley
Production companies
Famous Players Film Company, Paramount Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Billie BurkeBillie BurkeMavis Terry
Thomas MeighanThomas MeighanGordon True
Walter HiersWalter HiersFreddie Bollen
Gerald Oliver SmithGerald Oliver SmithJohn Quig
George A. WrightGeorge A. WrightMr. Pennyquick
Bessie HearnClara Pennyquick

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