

The Roughneck
Synopsis
Avis and Franklin Hilliard are the spoiled, overbearing children of a wealthy father who has just died. Lord Cecil Oakleigh, a fortune hunter, is Avis's fiancée, although there is no love between them, he marrying her for her fortune and she marrying him for his title. Mr. Hilliard has left the superintendent of his mine in full charge of his fortune.
Top Cast
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April 9, 1915
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Clifford Smith, William S. Hart
- Screenplay & Story
- C. Gardner Sullivan, Thomas H. Ince
- Original Title
- The Roughneck
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- Kay-Bee Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clifford Smith, William S. Hart
C. Gardner Sullivan, Thomas H. Ince
Department Leadership Roster
Clifford Smith
Director
C. Gardner Sullivan
Writer
Thomas H. Ince
Writer
William S. Hart
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Roughneck
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Roughneck about?
Avis and Franklin Hilliard are the spoiled, overbearing children of a wealthy father who has just died. Lord Cecil Oakleigh, a fortune hunter, is Avis's fiancée, although there is no love between them, he marrying her for her fortune and she marrying him for his title. Mr. Hilliard has left the superintendent of his mine in full charge of his fortune.
Who directed The Roughneck?
The Roughneck was directed by Clifford Smith, William S. Hart.
Who stars in The Roughneck?
The principal cast of The Roughneck includes William S. Hart, Enid Markey, George Fisher, Roy Laidlaw, Howard Hickman.
When was The Roughneck released and how long is it?
The Roughneck was released in 1915 with a total runtime of 20m.
