The Dummy
"LISTEN-to this 100% Talking Comedy Farce There's a volley of snappy humor when you hear the Dummy talk. A STAGE PLAY ON THE SCREEN"
Originally released in 1929. The Dummy is a comedy/mystery film. directed by Robert Milton. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ruth Chatterton, Fredric March, and John Cromwell
Synopsis
The title character is office-boy Barney. Pretending to be a deaf-mute, Barney tries to trump his detective boss Walter Babbing by tracking down the person who kidnapped Peggy Meredith, the daughter of wealthy Agnes and Trumbull Meredith.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 9, 1929
96 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Dummy about?
The title character is office-boy Barney. Pretending to be a deaf-mute, Barney tries to trump his detective boss Walter Babbing by tracking down the person who kidnapped Peggy Meredith, the daughte...
Who directed The Dummy?
The Dummy was directed by Robert Milton.
How long is The Dummy?
The Dummy has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was The Dummy released?
The Dummy was released on March 9, 1929 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Dummy?
The main cast of The Dummy includes Ruth Chatterton, Fredric March, John Cromwell, Fred Kohler, Mickey Bennett.