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Bashful Charley's Proposal

July 1, 1916 0h 10m

Originally released in 1916. Bashful Charley's Proposal is a comedy film. directed by Allen Curtis. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Billy Franey and Gale Henry

Synopsis

The widow lives in a houseboat near one of the beaches. Charley is her devoted lover, but his bashfulness prevents him from proposing. She has a daughter, Lilly, who is visiting in a nearby town. She accepts Heinie subject to her mother's approval. The mother cannot see it and wires her daughter that she cannot marry the young man unless he shows her $5,000. She orders the girl home. Heinie says that he has a brother living near the widow's houseboat and that he will accompany Lilly home so as to be on the ground. Heinie and Charley are very much alike, in fact, the only difference between the brothers is in the way in which they wear their mustaches.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 1, 1916 109 years ago
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Runtime 0h 10m 10 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

  • Universal Film Manufacturing Company

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bashful Charley's Proposal about?

The widow lives in a houseboat near one of the beaches. Charley is her devoted lover, but his bashfulness prevents him from proposing. She has a daughter, Lilly, who is visiting in a nearby town. S...

Who directed Bashful Charley's Proposal?

Bashful Charley's Proposal was directed by Allen Curtis.

How long is Bashful Charley's Proposal?

Bashful Charley's Proposal has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).

When was Bashful Charley's Proposal released?

Bashful Charley's Proposal was released on July 1, 1916 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Bashful Charley's Proposal?

The main cast of Bashful Charley's Proposal includes Billy Franey, Gale Henry.