Big Dan
“Returned! Too Late!”
Synopsis
Dan O'Hara, known as "Big Dan," returns from the war, and finding that his wife has left him, turns his home into a boys' camp and begins to train boxers. He meets Dora Allen, rescues her from an unwanted suitor, and gives her shelter in the camp. For a time, their relationship, which has become serious, is complicated by the intrusion of another suitor and by a woman who informs Dora that O'Hara is already married. The wife dies, however, and O'Hara wins Dora.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 13, 1923
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William A. Wellman
- Screenplay & Story
- Fanny Hatton, Frederic Hatton
- Original Title
- Big Dan
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William A. Wellman
Fanny Hatton, Frederic Hatton
Joseph H. August
Department Leadership Roster
Fanny Hatton
Writer
Frederic Hatton
Writer
Joseph H. August
Director of Photography
William A. Wellman
Director
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What is Big Dan about?
Dan O'Hara, known as "Big Dan," returns from the war, and finding that his wife has left him, turns his home into a boys' camp and begins to train boxers. He meets Dora Allen, rescues her from an unwanted suitor, and gives her shelter in the camp. For a time, their relationship, which has become serious, is complicated by the intrusion of another suitor and by a woman who informs Dora that O'Hara is already married. The wife dies, however, and O'Hara wins Dora.
Who directed Big Dan?
Big Dan was directed by William A. Wellman.
Who stars in Big Dan?
The principal cast of Big Dan includes Buck Jones, Marian Nixon, Ben Hendricks Jr., Trilby Clark, Jacqueline Gadsden.
When was Big Dan released and how long is it?
Big Dan was released in 1923 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.