The Saphead
Originally released in 1920. The Saphead is a drama/comedy film. directed by Winchell Smith. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Buster Keaton, William H. Crane, and Beulah Booker
Synopsis
Nick Van Alstyne owns the Henrietta silver mine and is very rich and his son Bertie is naive and spoiled. His daughter Rose is married to shady investor Mark. Mark wrecks Bertie's wedding plans by making him take the blame for Mark's illegitimate daughter, and also nearly ruins the family business by selling off some stock at too low a price.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 1, 1920
105 years ago
Runtime
1h 17m
77 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (50 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Buster Keaton
as Bertie Van Alstyne
William H. Crane
as Nicholas Van Alstyne
Beulah Booker
as Agnes Gates
Irving Cummings
as Mark Turner
Edward Jobson
as Reverend Murray Hilton
Edward Connelly
as Mr. Musgrave
Edward Alexander
as Watson Flint
Carol Holloway
as Rose Turner
Jack Livingston
as Dr. George Wainright
Odette Tyler
as Mrs. Cornelia Opdyke
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro Pictures Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Saphead about?
Nick Van Alstyne owns the Henrietta silver mine and is very rich and his son Bertie is naive and spoiled. His daughter Rose is married to shady investor Mark. Mark wrecks Bertie's wedding plans by ...
Who directed The Saphead?
The Saphead was directed by Winchell Smith.
How long is The Saphead?
The Saphead has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was The Saphead released?
The Saphead was released on September 1, 1920 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Saphead?
The main cast of The Saphead includes Buster Keaton, William H. Crane, Beulah Booker, Irving Cummings, Edward Jobson.