The Villain
Originally released in 1917. The Villain is a comedy film. directed by Arvid E. Gillstrom. At just 21 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Billy West, Oliver Hardy, and Florence McLaughlin
Synopsis
In The Villain, Billy attempted something a little different. He's still imitating Chaplin, but this time he's playing the wicked, top-hatted Charlie found in some of his earliest Keystone appearances (e.g. Mabel at the Wheel), the ones where Charlie himself seemed to be imitating the studio's recently departed Ford Sterling. Throughout this short there is much spoofing of old-time melodramas, a frequent motif of Sterling's comedies.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 14, 1917
108 years ago
Runtime
0h 21m
21 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
XX
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- XX
Production Companies
- King Bee Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Villain about?
In The Villain, Billy attempted something a little different. He's still imitating Chaplin, but this time he's playing the wicked, top-hatted Charlie found in some of his earliest Keystone appearan...
Who directed The Villain?
The Villain was directed by Arvid E. Gillstrom.
How long is The Villain?
The Villain has a runtime of 0 hours and 21 minutes (21 minutes total).
When was The Villain released?
The Villain was released on July 14, 1917 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Villain?
The main cast of The Villain includes Billy West, Oliver Hardy, Florence McLaughlin, Bud Ross, Ethelyn Gibson.