Theatre Royal. Image shows from L to R: Gordon Maxwell (Chesney Allen), Bob Parker (Bud Flanagan)
Theatre Royal

Theatre Royal

  • 1943 film

Comedy about a theatrical impresario whose company supports him when he faces bankruptcy. Stars Bud Flanagan, Chesney Allen, Gwen Catley, Peggy Dexter, Horace Kenney and more.

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