Second Fiddle
Synopsis
Jim Bradley has always played second fiddle in his family -- while his older brother, Herbert, goes off to college, Jim becomes a garage mechanic. When Herbert returns home, it's easy for him to steal Jim's girl, Polly Crawford. But trouble comes to the Bradley's town when Cragg murders his daughter and breaks into the family's home. Herbert goes for help, leaving Jim with an empty gun to protect their mother and Polly.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 14, 1923
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Tuttle
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Tuttle, James Ashmore Creelman
- Original Title
- Second Fiddle
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- The Film Guild
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Tuttle
Frank Tuttle, James Ashmore Creelman
Fred Waller
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Tuttle
Director
Fred Waller
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Second Fiddle
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What is Second Fiddle about?
Jim Bradley has always played second fiddle in his family -- while his older brother, Herbert, goes off to college, Jim becomes a garage mechanic. When Herbert returns home, it's easy for him to steal Jim's girl, Polly Crawford. But trouble comes to the Bradley's town when Cragg murders his daughter and breaks into the family's home. Herbert goes for help, leaving Jim with an empty gun to protect their mother and Polly.
Who directed Second Fiddle?
Second Fiddle was directed by Frank Tuttle.
Who stars in Second Fiddle?
The principal cast of Second Fiddle includes Glenn Hunter, Mary Astor, Townsend Martin, Mary Foy, Osgood Perkins.
When was Second Fiddle released and how long is it?
Second Fiddle was released in 1923 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.