The Pretender
Synopsis
After Bob Baldwin is fired for playing too many jokes on the tenderfoot owner of the Diamond K Ranch, he sets out for the nearby town of Freloe Beanos and meets Percival Longstreet on the way. Percival has been seriously injured in an accident and is therefore unable to assume his duties as the town's new schoolmaster. Distressed, Percival confesses that he and his sister Dolly, who is en route to the town, are doomed to starve, which so moves Bob that he agrees to serve as the schoolmaster during Percival's convalescence.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 13, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Clifford Smith
- Screenplay & Story
- Alan James
- Original Title
- The Pretender
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Triangle Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clifford Smith
Alan James
Stephen Rounds
Department Leadership Roster
Clifford Smith
Director
Stephen Rounds
Director of Photography
Alan James
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Pretender
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Pretender about?
After Bob Baldwin is fired for playing too many jokes on the tenderfoot owner of the Diamond K Ranch, he sets out for the nearby town of Freloe Beanos and meets Percival Longstreet on the way. Percival has been seriously injured in an accident and is therefore unable to assume his duties as the town's new schoolmaster. Distressed, Percival confesses that he and his sister Dolly, who is en route to the town, are doomed to starve, which so moves Bob that he agrees to serve as the schoolmaster during Percival's convalescence.
Who directed The Pretender?
The Pretender was directed by Clifford Smith.
Who stars in The Pretender?
The principal cast of The Pretender includes William Desmond, Ethel Fleming, Eugene Burr, Joseph Franz, Charles Thurston.
When was The Pretender released and how long is it?
The Pretender was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.