Benjamin Bunter: Book Agent
Originally released in 1915. Benjamin Bunter: Book Agent is a comedy/drama film. directed by Cortland Van Deusen. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ethel Corcoran, Templar Saxe, and William Shea
Synopsis
Retired sea captain Jonah Grundell is in charge of his niece Polly's fortune until she comes of age, or marries with his consent; if she marries without his consent before she is 21, the fortune goes to Jonah. He has handled the money so long he hates to give it up, so when Polly reaches 21, he manages to keep her in ignorance of the fact, and enters into an agreement with family lawyer Daniel White that he shall marry her and divide the money with him. White is a solemn old hypocrite, much admired by Jonah's spinster sister Myra; his one weakness is his love of the bottle. Fresh book agent Benjamin Bunter arrives in town with a flourish, meets and falls in love with Polly, and she falls in love with him. Bunter puts White out of the running, then digs up a birth certificate that proves that Polly is over 21. He forces Jonah to consent to their marriage, while White is left to the consolation of Myra.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 13, 1915
110 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Vitagraph Company of America
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Bunter: Book Agent about?
Retired sea captain Jonah Grundell is in charge of his niece Polly's fortune until she comes of age, or marries with his consent; if she marries without his consent before she is 21, the fortune go...
Who directed Benjamin Bunter: Book Agent?
Benjamin Bunter: Book Agent was directed by Cortland Van Deusen.
How long is Benjamin Bunter: Book Agent?
Benjamin Bunter: Book Agent has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was Benjamin Bunter: Book Agent released?
Benjamin Bunter: Book Agent was released on December 13, 1915 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Benjamin Bunter: Book Agent?
The main cast of Benjamin Bunter: Book Agent includes Ethel Corcoran, Templar Saxe, William Shea, Florence Natol, William Dangman.