Movie Description
The Actor and the Rube
(1915)Overview
Hi Jenkins, the crankiest farmer in Dillville, gets the whole village down on him, including the spinster whom he wishes to marry. After losing heavily at poker in the local hotel, he leaves for New York to see the sights and forget his troubles. A well-known actor sees him pass the club window, and is seized with a fancy to impersonate the grotesque old fellow. An "accidental meeting" is arranged, and the actor studies his original. He makes up, and goes to Jenkins' home town, where his agreeable personality soon turns the popular mind in Hi's favor. He wins at poker. The spinster smiles upon him. And when Jenkins returns, having received a tip from the actor, that if he is silent all will be well, he finds himself the best-liked man in the village. His grouchy disposition never comes back. And he marries the lady of his choice.
Featured Crew
Cast
The Actor
The Actor's Friend
Hi Jenkins - The Rube
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Facts
Original TitleThe Actor and the Rube
Status Released
Release Information
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1915-04-16
Original Language
Production CompaniesThanhouser Company
Genres
- Comedy
