The Star Boarder is a 1919 American silent comedy short written and directed by and starring Larry Semon. The film also stars Lucille Carlisle, and features Norma Shearer (in her film debut) in an uncredited role as a beauty pageant contestant. The film is extant and available online. The plot has a released prisoner desiring a return to prison and swapping places with an escapee. Cast Larry Semon Lucille Carlisle Frank Alexander The Beauties Squad (including Norma Shearer) References External links 1919 films Vitagraph Studios short films American black-and-white films American silent short films Films directed by Larry Semon 1919 comedy films Silent American comedy films 1919 short films American comedy short films 1910s American films