The Butcher Boy
"A scream in two reels"
Originally released in 1917. The Butcher Boy is a comedy film. directed by Roscoe Arbuckle. At just 24 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Roscoe Arbuckle, Buster Keaton, and Al St. John
Synopsis
Customers and clerks frolic in a general store. Roscoe walks out of the freezer wearing a fur coat, then does some clever cleaver tossing. In Buster's film debut he buys a pail of molasses.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 23, 1917
108 years ago
Runtime
0h 24m
24 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (68 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Comique Film Company
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Butcher Boy about?
Customers and clerks frolic in a general store. Roscoe walks out of the freezer wearing a fur coat, then does some clever cleaver tossing. In Buster's film debut he buys a pail of molasses.
Who directed The Butcher Boy?
The Butcher Boy was directed by Roscoe Arbuckle.
How long is The Butcher Boy?
The Butcher Boy has a runtime of 0 hours and 24 minutes (24 minutes total).
When was The Butcher Boy released?
The Butcher Boy was released on April 23, 1917 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Butcher Boy?
The main cast of The Butcher Boy includes Roscoe Arbuckle, Buster Keaton, Al St. John, Josephine Stevens, Arthur Earle.