The Amateur Gentleman
“A PICTURE AS ONLY THE MOST LOVABLE OF ACTORS COULD GIVE TO THE SCREEN.”
Synopsis
Barbanas Barty inherits some money, sets off to London, meets and falls in love with Lady Cleone Meredith, and this does not set well with Sir Mortiner Carnaby, who has eyes on the fair lady himself. Barnaby becomes friend with Viscount Devehon, buys a horse from him and enters it in the big steeplechase. Sir Mortimer takes steps to rid society of the presence of this non-gentleman.
Top Cast
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Richard Barthelmess
Barnabas Barty
Dorothy Dunbar
Lady Cleone Meredith
Gardner James
Ronald Barrymaine
Nigel Barrie
Sir Mortimer Carnaby
Brandon Hurst
Peterby
John Miljan
Viscount John Devenham
Edwards Davis
John Barty
Billie Bennett
Duchess of Camberhurst
Herbert Grimwood
Jasper Gaunt
Gino Corrado
Prince Regent
Sidney De Gray
Captain Chumley
John S. Peters
Captain Slingsby (as John Peters)
Ernie Adams
Dandy (uncredited)
Samuel S. Hinds
Charles - Marquis of Jerningham (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 14, 1926
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sidney Olcott
- Screenplay & Story
- Lillie Hayward
- Original Title
- The Amateur Gentleman
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Inspiration Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sidney Olcott
Lillie Hayward, Tom Miranda, Jeffery Farnol
Department Leadership Roster
Sidney Olcott
Director
Tom Miranda
Writer
Lillie Hayward
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Amateur Gentleman
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What is The Amateur Gentleman about?
Barbanas Barty inherits some money, sets off to London, meets and falls in love with Lady Cleone Meredith, and this does not set well with Sir Mortiner Carnaby, who has eyes on the fair lady himself. Barnaby becomes friend with Viscount Devehon, buys a horse from him and enters it in the big steeplechase. Sir Mortimer takes steps to rid society of the presence of this non-gentleman.
Who directed The Amateur Gentleman?
The Amateur Gentleman was directed by Sidney Olcott.
Who stars in The Amateur Gentleman?
The principal cast of The Amateur Gentleman includes Richard Barthelmess, Dorothy Dunbar, Gardner James, Nigel Barrie, Brandon Hurst.
When was The Amateur Gentleman released and how long is it?
The Amateur Gentleman was released in 1926 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Is The Amateur Gentleman based on a book or true story?
The Amateur Gentleman is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jeffery Farnol".