Bud's Recruit
Originally released in 1918. Bud's Recruit is a comedy/drama film. directed by King Vidor. At just 26 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Wallace Brennan, Robert Gordon, and Ruth Hampton
Synopsis
This WWI home-front comedy is the earliest surviving film of King Vidor, who would later go on to make such classics as The Big Parade and The Crowd. A two-reeler, it's a propaganda comedy involving a little boy who can't wait to go fight against the Kaiser, and who sets an unrelentingly patriotic (and militaristic) example for his draft-age, feminized brother and peace-lovin' mother.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 18, 1918
108 years ago
Runtime
0h 26m
26 minutes total
User Rating
4.9/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
XX
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- XX
Production Companies
- Boy City Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bud's Recruit about?
This WWI home-front comedy is the earliest surviving film of King Vidor, who would later go on to make such classics as The Big Parade and The Crowd. A two-reeler, it's a propaganda comedy involvin...
Who directed Bud's Recruit?
Bud's Recruit was directed by King Vidor.
How long is Bud's Recruit?
Bud's Recruit has a runtime of 0 hours and 26 minutes (26 minutes total).
When was Bud's Recruit released?
Bud's Recruit was released on January 18, 1918 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Bud's Recruit?
The main cast of Bud's Recruit includes Wallace Brennan, Robert Gordon, Ruth Hampton, Thomas Bellamy, Ernest Butterworth Jr..