The Big Laugh

The story follows Richard Hubert ("Hubie") Ward, a cunning young actor who navigates the treacherous waters of Hollywood with charm and deceit. At just twenty-five, his ambition leads him to success, but his façade of respectability begins to crumble as he resorts to blackmail and infidelity, including an affair with a studio head's wife. Hubie's relentless pursuit of fame reveals the darker side of his character, showcasing the self-destructive tendencies that accompany his rise in the entertainment industry.