The Devil at His Elbow
"A gripping drama of how drink and a woman play havoc with a big man."
Originally released in 1916. The Devil at His Elbow is a drama film. directed by Burton L. King. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Clifford Bruce, Francis McDonald, and Adolphe Menjou
Synopsis
Young mechanical engineer John Ashton is trying to complete the plans for a new submarine. Under pressure to meet a deadline he has been leaning on whiskey to handle the stress which his friend Robert Gray warns him against, but to no avail. His fiancée, Grace, telephones wanting him to take a break and attend a dinner party with her. Against his better judgement and still drinking he accepts but nods off while getting ready. What follows are booze infused visions of loss and degradation so horrifying that upon awaking he swears off "the devil at his elbow”!
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 31, 1916
109 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
- Popular Plays and Players Inc.
- Metro Pictures Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Devil at His Elbow about?
Young mechanical engineer John Ashton is trying to complete the plans for a new submarine. Under pressure to meet a deadline he has been leaning on whiskey to handle the stress which his friend Rob...
Who directed The Devil at His Elbow?
The Devil at His Elbow was directed by Burton L. King.
How long is The Devil at His Elbow?
The Devil at His Elbow has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Devil at His Elbow released?
The Devil at His Elbow was released on July 31, 1916 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Devil at His Elbow?
The main cast of The Devil at His Elbow includes Clifford Bruce, Francis McDonald, Adolphe Menjou, Edward Martindel, Dorothy Green.