Jack and Jill movie poster

Jack and Jill

November 12, 1917 0h 50m

Originally released in 1917. Jack and Jill is a drama/western film. directed by William Desmond Taylor. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jack Pickford, Louise Huff, and Leo Houck

Synopsis

Young boxer Jack Ranney agrees to challenge 'Young Kilroy' and knocks him out with his first punch. When he is told that Kilroy is dead, Jack hurriedly heads West and finds a job on a ranch, boasting to all the fellows that he is a killer; unimpressed, they call him a greenhorn. Meanwhile, Jack's sweetheart Mary learns that Kilroy is alive, and she heads West to tell Jack the news, arriving just in time to see him single-handedly save the ranch from a raid by the notorious Lopez Cabrillo and his entire gang.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 12, 1917 108 years ago
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Runtime 0h 50m 50 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

  • Oliver Morosco Photoplay Company

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jack and Jill about?

Young boxer Jack Ranney agrees to challenge 'Young Kilroy' and knocks him out with his first punch. When he is told that Kilroy is dead, Jack hurriedly heads West and finds a job on a ranch, boasti...

Who directed Jack and Jill?

Jack and Jill was directed by William Desmond Taylor.

How long is Jack and Jill?

Jack and Jill has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).

When was Jack and Jill released?

Jack and Jill was released on November 12, 1917 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Jack and Jill?

The main cast of Jack and Jill includes Jack Pickford, Louise Huff, Leo Houck, Don Bailey, J.H. Holland.