A Small Town Idol
“A GIGANTIC ASSAULT on the STRONGHOLDS of GLOOM”
Synopsis
Sam, a young man in a small town, is accused of being a thief. Unable to prove his innocence--and not knowing that he's being framed by a local villain to keep him away from pretty young Mary, the town beauty whom the villain wants for himself--he leaves town and goes to Hollywood to become an actor. He eventually returns home to town as a star, but once again finds himself the victim of the town villain, who this time abducts sweet young Mary. Sam must use all his acting skills to track down the villain and save Mary.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 13, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mack Sennett, Erle C. Kenton
- Screenplay & Story
- Mack Sennett
- Original Title
- A Small Town Idol
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Mack Sennett Comedies
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mack Sennett, Erle C. Kenton
Mack Sennett
Department Leadership Roster
Mack Sennett
Director
Erle C. Kenton
Director
Mack Sennett
Screenplay
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What is A Small Town Idol about?
Sam, a young man in a small town, is accused of being a thief. Unable to prove his innocence--and not knowing that he's being framed by a local villain to keep him away from pretty young Mary, the town beauty whom the villain wants for himself--he leaves town and goes to Hollywood to become an actor. He eventually returns home to town as a star, but once again finds himself the victim of the town villain, who this time abducts sweet young Mary. Sam must use all his acting skills to track down the villain and save Mary.
Who directed A Small Town Idol?
A Small Town Idol was directed by Mack Sennett, Erle C. Kenton.
Who stars in A Small Town Idol?
The principal cast of A Small Town Idol includes Ben Turpin, James Finlayson, Phyllis Haver, Bert Roach, Charles Murray.
When was A Small Town Idol released and how long is it?
A Small Town Idol was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.