
The Handsome Brute
Synopsis
After being wrongly dismissed from the New York City police department, police officer Larry 'O'Day (William Fairbanks) reveals an internationally-known detective John Granger (Lee Shumway) to be a cheap crook. He is promoted and reinstated and marries his ever-faithful sweetheart Nelly Egan (Virginia Lee Corbin.)
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December 1, 1925
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Eddy
- Screenplay & Story
- Lillian Taft Maize
- Original Title
- The Handsome Brute
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Eddy
Lillian Taft Maize
George Meehan
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Eddy
Director
George Meehan
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Handsome Brute
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Handsome Brute about?
After being wrongly dismissed from the New York City police department, police officer Larry 'O'Day (William Fairbanks) reveals an internationally-known detective John Granger (Lee Shumway) to be a cheap crook. He is promoted and reinstated and marries his ever-faithful sweetheart Nelly Egan (Virginia Lee Corbin.)
Who directed The Handsome Brute?
The Handsome Brute was directed by Robert Eddy.
Who stars in The Handsome Brute?
The principal cast of The Handsome Brute includes William Fairbanks, Virginia Lee Corbin, Lee Shumway, Robert Bolder, J.J. Bryson.
When was The Handsome Brute released and how long is it?
The Handsome Brute was released in 1925 with a total runtime of 50m.
