
The Backyard
Synopsis
Jimmy Aubrey lets the kids in the alley shoot arrows at him. After he grows tired of this, he treats them like satchels to get them out of his way. A policeman shows up and he is terrified; later, disguised as a policeman, he encounters Oliver Hardy, who is in brutal mode here.
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November 1, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jess Robbins
- Screenplay & Story
- Jess Robbins
- Original Title
- The Backyard
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 22m
- Production Studios
- Vitagraph Company of America
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jess Robbins
Jess Robbins
Irving G. Ries
Albert E. Smith
Department Leadership Roster
Jess Robbins
Director
Jess Robbins
Writer
Albert E. Smith
Producer
Irving G. Ries
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Backyard
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Backyard about?
Jimmy Aubrey lets the kids in the alley shoot arrows at him. After he grows tired of this, he treats them like satchels to get them out of his way. A policeman shows up and he is terrified; later, disguised as a policeman, he encounters Oliver Hardy, who is in brutal mode here.
Who directed The Backyard?
The Backyard was directed by Jess Robbins.
Who stars in The Backyard?
The principal cast of The Backyard includes Jimmy Aubrey, Oliver Hardy, Evelyn Nelson, Jack Ackroyd, Kathleen Myers.
When was The Backyard released and how long is it?
The Backyard was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 22m.
