From Hand to Mouth
Synopsis
As a penniless man worries about how he will manage to eat, he is joined by a young waif and her dog, who are in the same predicament. Meanwhile, across town a dishonest lawyer is working with a gang of criminals, trying to swindle an innocent young heiress out of her inheritance. As the heiress is on her way home from the lawyer's office, she notices the young man and the waif in the midst of their latest problem with the authorities, and she rescues them. Later on, the young man will have an unexpected opportunity to repay her for her kindness.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 28, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alfred J. Goulding, Hal Roach
- Screenplay & Story
- Harold Lloyd
- Original Title
- From Hand to Mouth
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 22m
- Production Studios
- Rolin Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alfred J. Goulding, Hal Roach
Harold Lloyd
Hal Roach
Department Leadership Roster
Harold Lloyd
Writer
Alfred J. Goulding
Director
Hal Roach
Director
Hal Roach
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Public Domain
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Frequently Asked Questions About From Hand to Mouth
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What is From Hand to Mouth about?
As a penniless man worries about how he will manage to eat, he is joined by a young waif and her dog, who are in the same predicament. Meanwhile, across town a dishonest lawyer is working with a gang of criminals, trying to swindle an innocent young heiress out of her inheritance. As the heiress is on her way home from the lawyer's office, she notices the young man and the waif in the midst of their latest problem with the authorities, and she rescues them. Later on, the young man will have an unexpected opportunity to repay her for her kindness.
Who directed From Hand to Mouth?
From Hand to Mouth was directed by Alfred J. Goulding, Hal Roach.
Who stars in From Hand to Mouth?
The principal cast of From Hand to Mouth includes Harold Lloyd, Mildred Davis, Peggy Cartwright, Harry 'Snub' Pollard, Noah Young.
When was From Hand to Mouth released and how long is it?
From Hand to Mouth was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 22m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for From Hand to Mouth?
From Hand to Mouth holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).