The Man Who Forgot
Synopsis
An opium addict living in China decides to return home to the United States, only to become addicted to alcohol. He decides to stop drinking after forgetting his past and realizing what he has become. He changes his name to John Smith and starts fighting against liquor interests.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 15, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Émile Chautard
- Screenplay & Story
- Émile Chautard, James Hay Jr.
- Original Title
- The Man Who Forgot
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Paragon Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Émile Chautard
Émile Chautard, James Hay Jr.
Lucien Tainguy
Department Leadership Roster
Émile Chautard
Director
Lucien Tainguy
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Man Who Forgot
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What is The Man Who Forgot about?
An opium addict living in China decides to return home to the United States, only to become addicted to alcohol. He decides to stop drinking after forgetting his past and realizing what he has become. He changes his name to John Smith and starts fighting against liquor interests.
Who directed The Man Who Forgot?
The Man Who Forgot was directed by Émile Chautard.
Who stars in The Man Who Forgot?
The principal cast of The Man Who Forgot includes Robert Warwick, Doris Kenyon, Gerda Holmes, Alex Shannon, Ralph Delmore.
When was The Man Who Forgot released and how long is it?
The Man Who Forgot was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.
Is The Man Who Forgot based on a book or true story?
The Man Who Forgot is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "James Hay Jr.".