Bright Lights movie poster

Bright Lights

""Some Queen - and then some!""

February 20, 1916 0h 20m

Originally released in 1916. Bright Lights is a comedy film. directed by Roscoe Arbuckle. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Roscoe Arbuckle, Mabel Normand, and William Jefferson

Synopsis

The manager of a small town hotel installs a cabaret in an attempt to achieve the standard set by restaurants in the large cities. His effort is ludicrous because of the fact that his talent is all recruited from the help in the hotel. Roscoe, the cook, is forced to appear in a dress suit and when Al St. John appears from the bar there is a lively rivalry between the two for the applause of the crowd. Mabel, the waitress, vies with a professional dancer from the city. Into this setting comes William Jefferson, a polished sharper, who takes the innocent Mabel by storm.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 20, 1916 110 years ago
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Runtime 0h 20m 20 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Keystone Film Company

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bright Lights about?

The manager of a small town hotel installs a cabaret in an attempt to achieve the standard set by restaurants in the large cities. His effort is ludicrous because of the fact that his talent is all...

Who directed Bright Lights?

Bright Lights was directed by Roscoe Arbuckle.

How long is Bright Lights?

Bright Lights has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).

When was Bright Lights released?

Bright Lights was released on February 20, 1916 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Bright Lights?

The main cast of Bright Lights includes Roscoe Arbuckle, Mabel Normand, William Jefferson, Al St. John, Minta Durfee.