The Saphead (1920) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Saphead (1920) — Nick Van Alstyne owns the Henrietta silver mine and is very rich and his son Streaming on IndieFlix, IndieFlix Short...
The Saphead (1920) Storyline
Nick Van Alstyne owns the Henrietta silver mine and is very rich and his son Bertie is naive and spoiled. His daughter Rose is married to shady investor Mark. Mark wrecks Bertie's wedding plans by making him take the blame for Mark's illegitimate daughter, and also nearly ruins the family business by selling off some stock at too low a price.
Full Cast & Crew
- Buster Keaton as Bertie Van Alstyne
- William H. Crane as Nicholas Van Alstyne
- Beulah Booker as Agnes Gates
- Irving Cummings as Mark Turner
- Edward Jobson as Reverend Murray Hilton
- Edward Connelly as Mr. Musgrave
- Edward Alexander as Watson Flint
- Carol Holloway as Rose Turner
- Jack Livingston as Dr. George Wainright
- Odette Tyler as Mrs. Cornelia Opdyke
- Katherine Albert as Hattie (uncredited)
- Henry Clauss as Valet (uncredited)
- Edward F. Cline as Stock Exchange member (uncredited)
- Alfred Hollingsworth as Hathaway (uncredited)
- Helen Holte as Henrietta Reynolds (uncredited)
Why Watch The Saphead?
The Vibe: The Saphead is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1920. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.7/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with drama-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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