
Beans
Synopsis
Brewster, the bean king, has an option of renewal on a certain bean canning plant owned by Ellis. Ellis does not want to renew so hires shyster lawyer Wingate to help him. Brewster sends Betty to renew the contract but Ellis declines. Later Brewster sends his lawyer along with Ellis' man to persuades her that he isn't crooked. There follows plot and counter-plot, but innocent Betty carries the day.
Top Cast
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September 16, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Francis Dillon
- Screenplay & Story
- John B. Clymer, Rex Taylor
- Original Title
- Beans
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company, Bluebird Photoplays
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Francis Dillon
John B. Clymer, Rex Taylor
Ben F. Reynolds
Department Leadership Roster
John Francis Dillon
Director
Ben F. Reynolds
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beans
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Beans about?
Brewster, the bean king, has an option of renewal on a certain bean canning plant owned by Ellis. Ellis does not want to renew so hires shyster lawyer Wingate to help him. Brewster sends Betty to renew the contract but Ellis declines. Later Brewster sends his lawyer along with Ellis' man to persuades her that he isn't crooked. There follows plot and counter-plot, but innocent Betty carries the day.
Who directed Beans?
Beans was directed by John Francis Dillon.
Who stars in Beans?
The principal cast of Beans includes Edith Roberts, Lew Cody, Charles K. Gerrard, Harry Carter, John Cossar.
When was Beans released and how long is it?
Beans was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.

















