
The Fortune Hunter
Synopsis
The Fortune Hunter is a lost 1927 silent film comedy directed by Charles Reisner and starring Syd Chaplin. It is based on the 1909 Broadway play The Fortune Hunter by Winchell Smith. It was produced by Warner Brothers who released it with a Vitaphone soundtrack.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Release History & Theatrical Window
January 18, 1927
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Reisner
- Screenplay & Story
- Bryan Foy, Robert Dillon
- Original Title
- The Fortune Hunter
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Reisner
Bryan Foy, Robert Dillon
Edwin B. DuPar
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Reisner
Director
Bryan Foy
Writer
Robert Dillon
Writer
Edwin B. DuPar
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Fortune Hunter.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fortune Hunter
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Fortune Hunter about?
The Fortune Hunter is a lost 1927 silent film comedy directed by Charles Reisner and starring Syd Chaplin. It is based on the 1909 Broadway play The Fortune Hunter by Winchell Smith. It was produced by Warner Brothers who released it with a Vitaphone soundtrack.
Who directed The Fortune Hunter?
The Fortune Hunter was directed by Charles Reisner.
Who stars in The Fortune Hunter?
The principal cast of The Fortune Hunter includes Sydney Chaplin, Helene Costello, Clara Horton, Erville Alderson, Thomas Jefferson.
When was The Fortune Hunter released and how long is it?
The Fortune Hunter was released in 1927 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
