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The Desperate Hero

Owen Moore's frantic efforts to dodge tailor bills and court his sweetheart cause some very odd situations.

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1920-06-07
1h 0m
English
Released
Selznick Pictures

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Henry Baird, a young newspaperman with a second-hand car but little money, decides to raffle off the car at a county picnic, so that he can take out his sweetheart, Mabel Darrow, the daughter of a wealthy businessman. However, as soon as Henry gets the money, his tailor demands that he pay off his debt. Also, youngsters set the car on fire before he can give to the winner, Joseph Plant, whose wife Evelyn was formerly Henry's sweetheart.

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About The Desperate Hero

Owen Moore's frantic efforts to dodge tailor bills and court his sweetheart cause some very odd situations.

Henry Baird, a young newspaperman with a second-hand car but little money, decides to raffle off the car at a county picnic, so that he can take out his sweetheart, Mabel Darrow, the daughter of a wealthy businessman. However, as soon as Henry gets the money, his tailor demands that he pay off his debt. Also, youngsters set the car on fire before he can give to the winner, Joseph Plant, whose wife Evelyn was formerly Henry's sweetheart. Running 60 minutes.

The Desperate Hero Cast and Characters

The cast features Owen Moore (as Henry Baird), Gloria Hope (as Mabel Darrow), Emmett King (as Philip Darrow), Rube Miller (as Alan Moss), and Arthur Hoyt (as Whitty). Their performances are a major reason The Desperate Hero has built such a passionate audience.

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There's a reason The Desperate Hero keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is The Desperate Hero?

The Desperate Hero runs for 60 minutes (about 1 hour).

Is The Desperate Hero good? What's the rating?

The Desperate Hero holds a 9.0/10 rating based on 1 reviews — genuinely excellent.

Who is in the cast of The Desperate Hero?

The main cast includes Owen Moore, Gloria Hope, Emmett King, and Rube Miller, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Desperate Hero available in English?

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When was The Desperate Hero released?

The Desperate Hero was released in 1920.

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What is The Desperate Hero about?

The Desperate Hero is a Comedy/Drama English-language film. Henry Baird, a young newspaperman with a second-hand car but little money, decides to raffle off the car at a county picnic, so that he can take out his sweetheart, Mabel Darrow, the daughter of a wealthy businessman. However, as soon as Henry gets the money, his tailor demands that he pay off his debt. Also, youngsters set the car on fire before he can give to the winner, Joseph Plant, whose wife Evelyn was formerly Henry's sweetheart.

When was The Desperate Hero released?

The Desperate Hero was released on June 7, 1920. It has a runtime of 1h 0m. The film was produced by Selznick Pictures.

Who stars in The Desperate Hero?

The Desperate Hero stars Owen Moore, Gloria Hope, Emmett King and Rube Miller. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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