The Millionaire(1931)
His First Modern Role-As a sly promoter of Young Romance-In the Most Sparkling, Most Human Drama You Yet Have seen
A millionaire automaker retires upon the advice of his doctor, but becomes so bored he buys half interest in a gas station and works it on the sly.
Movie: The Millionaire
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James Alden
Mrs. Laura Alden
Bill Merrick
Barbara Alden
Schofield
Carter Andrews
Peterson
Davis
Dr. Harvey
McCoy
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A millionaire automaker retires upon the advice of his doctor, but becomes so bored he buys half interest in a gas station and works it on the sly.
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1931-05-01
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His First Modern Role-As a sly promoter of Young Romance-In the Most Sparkling, Most Human Drama You Yet Have seen
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