

His First Flame
Synopsis
Fire chief Amos McCarthy, a confirmed misogynist, counsels his nephew Harry Howells to avoid matrimony at all costs. Still, the lovestruck Harry is determined to marry his sweetheart Ethel. All that changes, though, when it turns out Ethel is a faithless gold-digger. Disillusioned, Harry spends the night in his uncle's fire house to try and forget his troubles... until the clamor of a fire alarm presents the bumbling Harry with a chance to be a hero.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Harry Langdon
Harry Howells
Natalie Kingston
Ethel Morgan
Ruth Hiatt
Mary Morgan
Vernon Dent
Amos McCarthy
Bud Jamison
Hector Benedict
Dot Farley
Mrs. Benedict
William McCall
President of the College
Irving Bacon
Man Who Jumps Out of Window (uncredited)
Thelma Hill
Girl Who Jumps Into the Hoop Net (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 2, 1927
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harry Edwards
- Screenplay & Story
- Arthur Ripley, Frank Capra
- Original Title
- His First Flame
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language, English
- Runtime
- 45m
- Production Studios
- Mack Sennett Comedies
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harry Edwards
Arthur Ripley, Frank Capra
Department Leadership Roster
Harry Edwards
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About His First Flame
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is His First Flame about?
Fire chief Amos McCarthy, a confirmed misogynist, counsels his nephew Harry Howells to avoid matrimony at all costs. Still, the lovestruck Harry is determined to marry his sweetheart Ethel. All that changes, though, when it turns out Ethel is a faithless gold-digger. Disillusioned, Harry spends the night in his uncle's fire house to try and forget his troubles... until the clamor of a fire alarm presents the bumbling Harry with a chance to be a hero.
Who directed His First Flame?
His First Flame was directed by Harry Edwards.
Who stars in His First Flame?
The principal cast of His First Flame includes Harry Langdon, Natalie Kingston, Ruth Hiatt, Vernon Dent, Bud Jamison.
When was His First Flame released and how long is it?
His First Flame was released in 1927 with a total runtime of 45m.
