My Friend the Devil
Originally released in 1922. My Friend the Devil is a drama/romance film. directed by Harry F. Millarde. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charles Richman, Peggy Shaw, and William H. Tooker
Synopsis
George Dryden, an atheist since he saw his mother struck and killed by lightning as a kid, becomes a prominent surgeon and marries a woman who soon dies of heart disease. Years later, on his daughter's wedding day, he discovers that his wife had a serious love affair with an artist. Infuriated, he drives his daughter away. She becomes ill, suffering an emotional collapse. The doctor exhausts his knowledge trying to save her and finally, in desperation, he calls upon God. The girl is miraculously cured and George Dryden's faith is restored. A lost film.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 19, 1922
103 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Charles Richman
as George Dryden
Peggy Shaw
as Beatrice Dryden
William H. Tooker
as Dr. Brewster
Myrtle Stewart
as George Dryden's Mother
Adolph Milar
as Dryden's Stepfather
Barbara Castleton
as Anna Ryder
Alice May
as Mrs. Ryder
Robert Frazer
as The Artist
Mabel Wright
as The Governess
Ben Grauer
as George Dryden - as a boy
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Fox Film Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is My Friend the Devil about?
George Dryden, an atheist since he saw his mother struck and killed by lightning as a kid, becomes a prominent surgeon and marries a woman who soon dies of heart disease. Years later, on his daught...
Who directed My Friend the Devil?
My Friend the Devil was directed by Harry F. Millarde.
How long is My Friend the Devil?
My Friend the Devil has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was My Friend the Devil released?
My Friend the Devil was released on November 19, 1922 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in My Friend the Devil?
The main cast of My Friend the Devil includes Charles Richman, Peggy Shaw, William H. Tooker, Myrtle Stewart, Adolph Milar.