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An Amateur Devil

December 19, 1920 0h 50m

Originally released in 1920. An Amateur Devil is a comedy film. directed by Maurice Campbell. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Bryant Washburn, Ann May, and Charles Wingate

Synopsis

Carver Endicott, a young sophisticate, is rejected by his fiancée for being too foppish and dull. When she feigns an interest in his father, Carver attempts to disgrace his family name by working as a farmhand and later as a busboy in a hotel. However, the newspapers only praise him for his self-sacrificing principles; and finding that he cannot bring shame to the family through menial labor, he takes up with a notorious actress. But when this maneuver also fails, he returns to his former fiancée, who has no further complaint about his being an inexperienced dullard.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 19, 1920 105 years ago
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Runtime 0h 50m 50 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Famous Players-Lasky Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is An Amateur Devil about?

Carver Endicott, a young sophisticate, is rejected by his fiancée for being too foppish and dull. When she feigns an interest in his father, Carver attempts to disgrace his family name by working ...

Who directed An Amateur Devil?

An Amateur Devil was directed by Maurice Campbell.

How long is An Amateur Devil?

An Amateur Devil has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).

When was An Amateur Devil released?

An Amateur Devil was released on December 19, 1920 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in An Amateur Devil?

The main cast of An Amateur Devil includes Bryant Washburn, Ann May, Charles Wingate, Christine Mayo, Sidney Bracey.