Half a Man
Originally released in 1925. Half a Man is a comedy film. directed by Harry Sweet. At just 25 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Stan Laurel, Tui Bow, and Julie Leonard
Synopsis
Laurel plays Winchell McSweeney, whose fisherman parents forced him to leave home and make it on his own when they can no longer afford to keep supporting him. He takes a boat out of the village, but accidentally sets the ship on fire when he attempts to take a photograph of the passengers. The women end up on the island with McSweeney, and is constantly pursued by them, including one Amazon-size girl.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 30, 1925
100 years ago
Runtime
0h 25m
25 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Standard Photoplay Company
- Joe Rock Comedies (I)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Half a Man about?
Laurel plays Winchell McSweeney, whose fisherman parents forced him to leave home and make it on his own when they can no longer afford to keep supporting him. He takes a boat out of the village, b...
Who directed Half a Man?
Half a Man was directed by Harry Sweet.
How long is Half a Man?
Half a Man has a runtime of 0 hours and 25 minutes (25 minutes total).
When was Half a Man released?
Half a Man was released on August 30, 1925 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Half a Man?
The main cast of Half a Man includes Stan Laurel, Tui Bow, Julie Leonard, Blanche Payson, Murray Rock.