The Strong Man
Originally released in 1926. The Strong Man is a comedy/romance film. directed by Frank Capra. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Harry Langdon, Priscilla Bonner, and Arthur Thalasso
Synopsis
A meek Belgian soldier (Harry Langdon) fighting in World War I receives penpal letters and a photo from "Mary Brown", an American girl he has never met. He becomes infatuated with her by long distance. After the war, the young Belgian journeys to America as assistant to a theatrical "strong man", Zandow the Great (Arthur Thalasso). While in America, he searches for Mary Brown... and he finds her, just as word comes that Zandow is incapacitated and the little nebbish must go on stage in his place.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 19, 1926
99 years ago
Runtime
1h 15m
75 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (27 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Harry Langdon Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Strong Man about?
A meek Belgian soldier (Harry Langdon) fighting in World War I receives penpal letters and a photo from "Mary Brown", an American girl he has never met. He becomes infatuated with her by long dista...
Who directed The Strong Man?
The Strong Man was directed by Frank Capra.
How long is The Strong Man?
The Strong Man has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was The Strong Man released?
The Strong Man was released on November 19, 1926 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Strong Man?
The main cast of The Strong Man includes Harry Langdon, Priscilla Bonner, Arthur Thalasso, Gertrude Astor, William V. Mong.