The Show Girl (1927)

Owing to the efforts of "Breezy" Ayers, an out-of-work press agent, Heinie's Honky-Tonk Cafe, owned by Maizie Udell and Billy Barton, attracts a new, elite patronage. Kenner, a famous theatrical producer, is attracted by Maizie's talents, but Hayden, a roué, attempts to force his attentions upon her, and when Billy tries to interfere, Hayden has him arrested. Later Billy finds Maizie in Hayden's arms and declares he is finished with her. When Maizie, as the star of a theatrical revue, suffers from stage fright, Billy restores her self-possession by rising in his box and singing, as though he were part of the show. "Breezy" plans to have Maizie kidnapped as a publicity stunt; by a fortunate combination of circumstances, Billy arrives to rescue her. He is accused of killing Hayden, but Alma Dakin, who has been wronged by Hayden, confesses, and Billy is happily reunited with his girl.