The Skyrocket
"A Thrilling Story of a Girl's Meteoric Rise to Stardom-and Her Welcome Swish Back to the Arms of Her Man!"
Originally released in 1926. The Skyrocket is a drama/romance film. directed by Marshall Neilan. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gladys Brockwell, Charles West, and Muriel McCormac
Synopsis
In the prologue Sharon Kimm and Mickey Reid are childhood friends in a tenement neighborhood but are separated when Sharon is placed in an orphanage. In the story we see Sharon as a young Hollywood star whose quick rise to fame leaves her self-centered, superficial, and a spendthrift. Ironically, the film that skyrocketed her to fame was written by Mickey. But her success is brief; and when it comes crashing to earth, Mickey is there to pick up the pieces.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Gladys Brockwell
as Rose Kimm (prologue)
Charles West
as Edward Kimm (prologue)
Muriel McCormac
as Sharon Kimm (prologue)
Frank Coghlan Jr.
as Mickey (prologue)
Peggy Hopkins Joyce
as Sharon Kimm
Owen Moore
as Mickey Reid
Gladys Hulette
as Lucia Morgan
Paulette Duval
as Mildred Rideout
Lilyan Tashman
as Ruby Wright
Earle Williams
as William Dvorak
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Celebrity Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Skyrocket about?
In the prologue Sharon Kimm and Mickey Reid are childhood friends in a tenement neighborhood but are separated when Sharon is placed in an orphanage. In the story we see Sharon as a young Hollywood...
Who directed The Skyrocket?
The Skyrocket was directed by Marshall Neilan.
How long is The Skyrocket?
The Skyrocket has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was The Skyrocket released?
The Skyrocket was released on February 14, 1926 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Skyrocket?
The main cast of The Skyrocket includes Gladys Brockwell, Charles West, Muriel McCormac, Frank Coghlan Jr., Peggy Hopkins Joyce.