The Gusher
Originally released in 1913. The Gusher is a comedy film. directed by Mack Sennett. At just 11 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ford Sterling, Mabel Normand, and Charles Inslee
Synopsis
Mabel has two suitors - an oily con man, whom she mocks in a very funny scene where she is shown twiddling a fake moustache and making her feelings very clearly felt. Even in this early comedy her natural fun comes through. The one she really loves is clumsy yokel Ford Sterling, who is determined to buy an oil well that the con man has for sale. The conman gets a local fellow to pour oil over the property. Ford falls for it and buys it - Mabel and he are to be married. Then the fellow confesses that it was just a scam - there was no oil.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 14, 1913
112 years ago
Runtime
0h 11m
11 minutes total
User Rating
4.5/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ford Sterling
as Oil Well Buyer
Mabel Normand
as Oil Well Buyer's Sweetheart
Charles Inslee
as Con Man
Bert Hunn
as 1st Henchman
Hank Mann
as 2nd Henchman
Mack Swain
as Villager / Cop
Charles Avery
as Man at Oil Well (uncredited)
Dot Farley
as Party Guest (uncredited)
William Hauber
as Party Guest / Cop (uncredited)
George Jeske
as Money Lender (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Keystone Film Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Gusher about?
Mabel has two suitors - an oily con man, whom she mocks in a very funny scene where she is shown twiddling a fake moustache and making her feelings very clearly felt. Even in this early comedy her ...
Who directed The Gusher?
The Gusher was directed by Mack Sennett.
How long is The Gusher?
The Gusher has a runtime of 0 hours and 11 minutes (11 minutes total).
When was The Gusher released?
The Gusher was released on December 14, 1913 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Gusher?
The main cast of The Gusher includes Ford Sterling, Mabel Normand, Charles Inslee, Bert Hunn, Hank Mann.