The Girl Who Wouldn't Wait (1929)
Overview
A pair of youthful lovers are separated by war and misunderstanding.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.077 |
Directed By
Leon Abrams
TOP CAST
Margaret Livingston
Judy Judd
William Scott
Sam Harper
Gertrude Short
Maizie
Wilfrid North
Warden
Danny O'Shea
Lynn Kent
Joseph Bennett
Detective (as Joe Bennett)
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