The Play House 1921
“He apes the ape as no one else can ape him!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- Director
- Edward F. Cline, Buster Keaton
- Where to Stream
- Kanopy, Public Domain Movies, Fawesome
What is The Play House?
The Play House is a 1921 American two-reel silent comic trick film. The film is directed by Edward F.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1921
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 26, 1921
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Genres
- Comedy, Fantasy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.9/10 from 150 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~24 minutes
- Status
- Released
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The Play House is a 1921 American two-reel silent comic trick film. The film is directed by Edward F. Cline and Buster Keaton, and written by, directed by, and starring Buster Keaton. Cast members include Buster Keaton, Edward F. Cline, Monte Collins, and Virginia Fox. The film runs for 22 to 24 minutes, and belongs to the comedy and fantasy genres. It is most famous for an opening sequence in which Keaton plays every role, appearing as a theater peopled entirely by numerous Buster Keatons. The plot follows a lowly stage hand who wakes up from this wacky dream and inadvertently causes havoc everywhere he works. The United States release date for the film is October 26, 1921.
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Is The Play House worth watching?
The Play House holds a community rating of 6.9/10 based on 150 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Fantasy for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Play House and when was it released?
The Play House is a feature film with a runtime of 24 minutes. It was released in 1921. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Play House?
The Play House was directed by Edward F. Cline, Buster Keaton.
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