

The Lunatic at Large
“"THINK I'M CRAZY?- YOU SHOULD SEE MY TWIN BROTHER!"”
Synopsis
Offering a ride to a millionaire, Sam Smith (Leon Errol) agrees to trade places with his passenger for financial reasons. Only when the men in the white coats put the collar on him does Sam realize that the "millionaire" was actually an escaped mental patient.
Top Cast
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January 2, 1927
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fred C. Newmeyer
- Screenplay & Story
- J. Storer Clouston
- Original Title
- The Lunatic at Large
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- First National Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fred C. Newmeyer
J. Storer Clouston
Department Leadership Roster
Fred C. Newmeyer
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Lunatic at Large
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Lunatic at Large about?
Offering a ride to a millionaire, Sam Smith (Leon Errol) agrees to trade places with his passenger for financial reasons. Only when the men in the white coats put the collar on him does Sam realize that the "millionaire" was actually an escaped mental patient.
Who directed The Lunatic at Large?
The Lunatic at Large was directed by Fred C. Newmeyer.
Who stars in The Lunatic at Large?
The principal cast of The Lunatic at Large includes Leon Errol, Dorothy Mackaill, Jack Raymond, Warren Cook, Kenneth MacKenna.
When was The Lunatic at Large released and how long is it?
The Lunatic at Large was released in 1927 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.




















