The Six Best Cellars
"A "Corking" Tale of Popping Corks"
Originally released in 1920. The Six Best Cellars is a comedy film. directed by Donald Crisp. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bryant Washburn, Wanda Hawley, and Clarence Burton
Synopsis
Henry Carpenter and his wife Millicent are the envy of their exclusive suburban set because of their abundant wine cellar, a blessing in the face of the recent prohibition against alcohol initiated by the Volstead Act. In reality, Henry is down to his last few bottles, and, faced with an impending dinner party, he decides to save face by denouncing the evils of drink. His impassioned speech earns him the support of the Prohibition party for a Congressional seat. Henry is relishing his popularity when his aunt discovers twenty-one cases of rare wine in the cellar, forcing the candidate to choose between political and social success.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Bryant Washburn
as Henry Carpenter
Wanda Hawley
as Millicent Carpenter
Clarence Burton
as Ed Hammond
Elsa Lorimer
as Mrs. Hammond
Josephine Crowell
as Mrs. Teak
Frederick Vroom
as Mrs. Teak
Jane Wolfe
as Virginia Jasper
Richard Wayne
as H. Sturtevant Jordan
Julia Faye
as Mrs. Jordan
William Boyd
as Holsappel (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Six Best Cellars about?
Henry Carpenter and his wife Millicent are the envy of their exclusive suburban set because of their abundant wine cellar, a blessing in the face of the recent prohibition against alcohol initiated...
Who directed The Six Best Cellars?
The Six Best Cellars was directed by Donald Crisp.
How long is The Six Best Cellars?
The Six Best Cellars has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Six Best Cellars released?
The Six Best Cellars was released on February 8, 1920 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Six Best Cellars?
The main cast of The Six Best Cellars includes Bryant Washburn, Wanda Hawley, Clarence Burton, Elsa Lorimer, Josephine Crowell.