The Poor Rich Man
Originally released in 1918. The Poor Rich Man is a comedy/drama film. directed by Charles Brabin. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Francis X. Bushman, Beverly Bayne, and Stuart Holmes
Synopsis
Vantyne Carter is a playboy living in luxury off his father. Vantyne's cousin Teddy, meanwhile, leads a fine upstanding life -- or at least he appears to, so he can curry favor with his wealthy uncle, Vantyne's father. One day, the senior Carter, fed up with his son's antics, decides to play a trick on both Vantyne and Teddy. The old man and his lawyer go off on a hunting trip, and then the lawyer returns with news that Carter was killed in an accident.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 23, 1918
107 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro Pictures Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Poor Rich Man about?
Vantyne Carter is a playboy living in luxury off his father. Vantyne's cousin Teddy, meanwhile, leads a fine upstanding life -- or at least he appears to, so he can curry favor with his wealthy unc...
Who directed The Poor Rich Man?
The Poor Rich Man was directed by Charles Brabin.
How long is The Poor Rich Man?
The Poor Rich Man has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Poor Rich Man released?
The Poor Rich Man was released on December 23, 1918 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Poor Rich Man?
The main cast of The Poor Rich Man includes Francis X. Bushman, Beverly Bayne, Stuart Holmes, Sally Crute, Jules Cowles.