The Desperate Hero
"Owen Moore's frantic efforts to dodge tailor bills and court his sweetheart cause some very odd situations."
Originally released in 1920. The Desperate Hero is a comedy/drama film. directed by Wesley Ruggles. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Owen Moore, Gloria Hope, and Emmett King
Synopsis
Henry Baird, a young newspaperman with a second-hand car but little money, decides to raffle off the car at a county picnic, so that he can take out his sweetheart, Mabel Darrow, the daughter of a wealthy businessman. However, as soon as Henry gets the money, his tailor demands that he pay off his debt. Also, youngsters set the car on fire before he can give to the winner, Joseph Plant, whose wife Evelyn was formerly Henry's sweetheart.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 7, 1920
105 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Selznick Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Desperate Hero about?
Henry Baird, a young newspaperman with a second-hand car but little money, decides to raffle off the car at a county picnic, so that he can take out his sweetheart, Mabel Darrow, the daughter of a ...
Who directed The Desperate Hero?
The Desperate Hero was directed by Wesley Ruggles.
How long is The Desperate Hero?
The Desperate Hero has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was The Desperate Hero released?
The Desperate Hero was released on June 7, 1920 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Desperate Hero?
The main cast of The Desperate Hero includes Owen Moore, Gloria Hope, Emmett King, Rube Miller, Arthur Hoyt.