His Bitter Pill
Synopsis
Jim, the apple of his mother's eyes, is the big-hearted galoot of a man and is sheriff of his small town. He is sweet on Nell, who he has known all his life. Just as he is about to propose to her, he finds out that he has missed his opportunity as Diamond Dan, a big city slicker, has already proposed to her, to which she's accepted.
Top Cast
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Mack Swain
Jim - a Big Hearted Sheriff
Louella Maxam
Nell - the Girl Jim Loves
Ella Haines
Jim's Mother
Edgar Kennedy
Diamond Dan - Jim's Rival
Tom Kennedy
Dan's Henchman
Joey Jacobs
The Widow's Son
William Hauber
The Bar Fighter
Rudy Unholz
The Saloon Waiter
Shorty Hamilton
Bantam Cowboy
Malcolm St. Clair
Barfly
Billy Gilbert
Barfly
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 30, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fred Hibbard
- Original Title
- His Bitter Pill
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- Keystone Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fred Hibbard
J.R. Lockwood
Mack Sennett
Department Leadership Roster
Fred Hibbard
Director
Mack Sennett
Producer
J.R. Lockwood
Director of Photography
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What is His Bitter Pill about?
Jim, the apple of his mother's eyes, is the big-hearted galoot of a man and is sheriff of his small town. He is sweet on Nell, who he has known all his life. Just as he is about to propose to her, he finds out that he has missed his opportunity as Diamond Dan, a big city slicker, has already proposed to her, to which she's accepted.
Who directed His Bitter Pill?
His Bitter Pill was directed by Fred Hibbard.
Who stars in His Bitter Pill?
The principal cast of His Bitter Pill includes Mack Swain, Louella Maxam, Ella Haines, Edgar Kennedy, Tom Kennedy.
When was His Bitter Pill released and how long is it?
His Bitter Pill was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 20m.