The Goat
“A great short delivered with wit, imagination and hilarious physical comedy”
Synopsis
A series of misadventures occur when Buster is mistaken for a criminal on the lam.
Top Cast
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Buster Keaton
The Goat
Virginia Fox
The Police Chief's Daughter
Joe Roberts
Police Chief
Malcolm St. Clair
Cab Driver (uncredited)
Edward F. Cline
Cop by Telephone Pole (uncredited)
Jean C. Havez
Detective (uncredited)
Joe Keaton
Minor Role (uncredited)
Louise Keaton
Minor Role (uncredited)
Myra Keaton
Minor Role (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 15, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Buster Keaton, Malcolm St. Clair
- Screenplay & Story
- Buster Keaton, Malcolm St. Clair
- Original Title
- The Goat
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 23m
- Production Studios
- Buster Keaton Productions, Joseph M. Schenck Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Buster Keaton, Malcolm St. Clair
Buster Keaton, Malcolm St. Clair
Elgin Lessley
Joseph M. Schenck
Department Leadership Roster
Buster Keaton
Director
Malcolm St. Clair
Director
Buster Keaton
Writer
Malcolm St. Clair
Writer
Elgin Lessley
Director of Photography
Joseph M. Schenck
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Goat
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Goat about?
A series of misadventures occur when Buster is mistaken for a criminal on the lam.
Who directed The Goat?
The Goat was directed by Buster Keaton, Malcolm St. Clair.
Who stars in The Goat?
The principal cast of The Goat includes Buster Keaton, Virginia Fox, Joe Roberts, Malcolm St. Clair, Edward F. Cline.
When was The Goat released and how long is it?
The Goat was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 23m.