His Bitter Pill
Originally released in 1916. His Bitter Pill is a comedy film. directed by Fred Hibbard. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Mack Swain, Louella Maxam, and Ella Haines
Synopsis
Jim, the apple of his mother's eyes, is the big-hearted galoot of a man and is sheriff of his small town. He is sweet on Nell, who he has known all his life. Just as he is about to propose to her, he finds out that he has missed his opportunity as Diamond Dan, a big city slicker, has already proposed to her, to which she's accepted.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 30, 1916
109 years ago
Runtime
0h 20m
20 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Mack Swain
as Jim - a Big Hearted Sheriff
Louella Maxam
as Nell - the Girl Jim Loves
Ella Haines
as Jim's Mother
Edgar Kennedy
as Diamond Dan - Jim's Rival
Tom Kennedy
as Dan's Henchman
Joey Jacobs
as The Widow's Son
William Hauber
as The Bar Fighter
Rudy Unholz
as The Saloon Waiter
Shorty Hamilton
as Bantam Cowboy
Malcolm St. Clair
as Barfly
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Keystone Film Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is His Bitter Pill about?
Jim, the apple of his mother's eyes, is the big-hearted galoot of a man and is sheriff of his small town. He is sweet on Nell, who he has known all his life. Just as he is about to propose to her, ...
Who directed His Bitter Pill?
His Bitter Pill was directed by Fred Hibbard.
How long is His Bitter Pill?
His Bitter Pill has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was His Bitter Pill released?
His Bitter Pill was released on April 30, 1916 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in His Bitter Pill?
The main cast of His Bitter Pill includes Mack Swain, Louella Maxam, Ella Haines, Edgar Kennedy, Tom Kennedy.