Little Miss Marker (1934)

Synopsis: The first film adaptation of Damon Runyon's short story about bookie Sorrowful Jones. His life -- and his outlook -- change dramatically after a man leaves him a little girl as collateral for a $20... The first film adaptation of Damon Runyon's short story about bookie Sorrowful Jones. His life -- and his outlook -- change dramatically after a man leaves him a little girl as collateral for a $20 debt... and doesn't return. The sprightly child, "Miss Marker," has a positive effect on her curmudgeonly guardian, adding a little sunshine to his life. Before long, Sorrowful -- much to the amazement of his buddies -- is reading the little girl stories and buying her clothes. But will Sorrowful's profession and street-wise pals have a bad influence on the child? [More]

Starring: Shirley Temple, Adolphe Menjou, Dorothy Dell, Charles Bickford

Starring: Shirley Temple, Adolphe Menjou, Dorothy Dell, Charles Bickford, Lynne Overman, Garry Owen, Willie Best

Director: Alexander Hall

Director: Alexander Hall
Producer: B. P. Schulberg

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