The Mayor of Filbert
““As it turns out, the real Mayor Schmidt isn't dead. Complications ensue.””
Synopsis
Corrupt saloonkeeper and mayor Johnson Schmidt hits his head during a reform conference, leading activists to mistakenly believe he is dead. Finding a down-and-out stranger named Charles Smith who looks identical to Schmidt, the group gets him to pose as the mayor. The real Schmidt survives with amnesia, while Smith falls in love and reforms after saving a woman from a brawl. Henchmen accidentally shoot the real Schmidt upon his return, revealing the two men are twin brothers; Smith wins the next election and marries.
Top Cast
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Jack Richardson
Mayor Johnson Schmidt
Belle Bennett
Mollie Vaughn
J. Barney Sherry
Dr. Loring
Ben Alexander
Carroll
George C. Pearce
Royal Denman
Wilbur Higby
Roger Taft
William Dyer
Mike McCarthy
Joseph Singleton
Jim Grimes
Millicent Fisher
Mrs. Grimes
Louise Lester
Belle Glover
Olga Grey
Miss Greta Schwartz
Walter Perkins
Dan Mulligan
Louis Durham
Officer Burns
Grace Parker
Carolyn Howard
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 25, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christy Cabanne
- Screenplay & Story
- Daniel Carson Goodman, Charles Frances Stocking
- Original Title
- The Mayor of Filbert
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Triangle Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christy Cabanne
Daniel Carson Goodman, Charles Frances Stocking
Department Leadership Roster
Christy Cabanne
Director
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What is The Mayor of Filbert about?
Corrupt saloonkeeper and mayor Johnson Schmidt hits his head during a reform conference, leading activists to mistakenly believe he is dead. Finding a down-and-out stranger named Charles Smith who looks identical to Schmidt, the group gets him to pose as the mayor. The real Schmidt survives with amnesia, while Smith falls in love and reforms after saving a woman from a brawl. Henchmen accidentally shoot the real Schmidt upon his return, revealing the two men are twin brothers; Smith wins the next election and marries.
Who directed The Mayor of Filbert?
The Mayor of Filbert was directed by Christy Cabanne.
Who stars in The Mayor of Filbert?
The principal cast of The Mayor of Filbert includes Jack Richardson, Belle Bennett, J. Barney Sherry, Ben Alexander, George C. Pearce.
When was The Mayor of Filbert released and how long is it?
The Mayor of Filbert was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Is The Mayor of Filbert based on a book or true story?
The Mayor of Filbert is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Charles Frances Stocking".