The Nervous Wreck
"Al Christie's Great Joy Tonic"
Originally released in 1926. The Nervous Wreck is a romance/adventure film. directed by Scott Sidney. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Harrison Ford, Phyllis Haver, and Chester Conklin
Synopsis
Henry Williams, out in Arizona looking for a cure for his imaginary ills, stops at the ranch of Jud Morgan, and decides to stay. Jud's daughter, Sally, attracts his attention, although she is engaged to be married to Sheriff Bob Wells. Henry rides with her to town, where she wants to go shopping for her wedding clothes, but they run out of gas. No, problem' Henry holds up a passing motorist, with a monkey-wrench, and takes gasoline out of his car. They stop at a ranch where the foreman makes them become the cook and dishwasher. Then Jerome Underwood and his daughter, Harriet, arrive and they recognize Henry and Sally as the ones who held them up for gas. The jealous sheriff adds to the complications.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 9, 1926
99 years ago
Runtime
1h 10m
70 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Christie Film Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Nervous Wreck about?
Henry Williams, out in Arizona looking for a cure for his imaginary ills, stops at the ranch of Jud Morgan, and decides to stay. Jud's daughter, Sally, attracts his attention, although she is engag...
Who directed The Nervous Wreck?
The Nervous Wreck was directed by Scott Sidney.
How long is The Nervous Wreck?
The Nervous Wreck has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).
When was The Nervous Wreck released?
The Nervous Wreck was released on October 9, 1926 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Nervous Wreck?
The main cast of The Nervous Wreck includes Harrison Ford, Phyllis Haver, Chester Conklin, Mack Swain, Hobart Bosworth.