Thou Art the Man
Synopsis
Suspicious that his employers are diamond smugglers, soldier-of-fortune Myles Calthrope quits his job in the African mines and heads south, where he meets and falls in love with Joan Farrant. Joan, unaware that her brother Henry is in the diamond smuggling business, obtains Myles a position in the family firm. Myles is given an envelope of legal documents to deliver, but when he is searched aboard ship, diamonds are discovered in the pouch and Myles is imprisoned. After completing his sentence, Myles secures a job on the Prescott sugar plantation, where he once again meets Joan, who denounces him as a smuggler. Mr. Prescott, Myles's employer, determines to prove Myles's innocence.
Top Cast
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Robert Warwick
Myles Calthrope
Lois Wilson
Joan Farrant
J.M. Dumont
Henry Farrant
Clarence Burton
Matt Solomon
Clarence Geldart
George Brummage
Harry Carter
Mr. Prescott
Jane Wolfe
Mrs. Prescott
Joan Marsh
Ellie Prescott
Viora Daniel
Fannie Dering
Richard Wayne
Tom Dering
Lorenza Lazzarini
Lucille
Lillian Leighton
Cook
Sylvia Ashton
Chaperone
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 11, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thomas N. Heffron
- Screenplay & Story
- F.E. Mills Young, Margaret Turnbull
- Original Title
- Thou Art the Man
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas N. Heffron
F.E. Mills Young, Margaret Turnbull
Victor L. Ackland
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas N. Heffron
Director
Victor L. Ackland
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Thou Art the Man
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Thou Art the Man about?
Suspicious that his employers are diamond smugglers, soldier-of-fortune Myles Calthrope quits his job in the African mines and heads south, where he meets and falls in love with Joan Farrant. Joan, unaware that her brother Henry is in the diamond smuggling business, obtains Myles a position in the family firm. Myles is given an envelope of legal documents to deliver, but when he is searched aboard ship, diamonds are discovered in the pouch and Myles is imprisoned. After completing his sentence, Myles secures a job on the Prescott sugar plantation, where he once again meets Joan, who denounces him as a smuggler. Mr. Prescott, Myles's employer, determines to prove Myles's innocence.
Who directed Thou Art the Man?
Thou Art the Man was directed by Thomas N. Heffron.
Who stars in Thou Art the Man?
The principal cast of Thou Art the Man includes Robert Warwick, Lois Wilson, J.M. Dumont, Clarence Burton, Clarence Geldart.
When was Thou Art the Man released and how long is it?
Thou Art the Man was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 50m.
Is Thou Art the Man based on a book or true story?
Thou Art the Man is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "F.E. Mills Young".