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The Strong Man (1926)

Movie ★ 6.2 75 min

Comedy Romance

A meek Belgian soldier (Harry Langdon) fighting in World War I receives penpal letters and a photo from "Mary Brown", an American girl he has never met. He becomes infatuated with her by long distance. After the war, the young Belgian journeys to America as assistant to a theatrical "strong man", Zandow the Great (Arthur Thalasso). While in America, he searches for Mary Brown... and he finds her, just as word comes that Zandow is incapacitated and the little nebbish must go on stage in his place.

Frank Capra Director Arthur Ripley Writer

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Quick facts

Released
November 19, 1926
Runtime
75 min
IMDb
tt0017437
Language
Studio
Harry Langdon Corporation

Cast

Harry Langdon Harry Langdon Paul Bergot Priscilla Bonner Priscilla Bonner Mary Brown Arthur Thalasso le grand Zandow Gertrude Astor Gertrude Astor Lily de Broadway William V. Mong William V. Mong 'Holy Joe' Robert McKim Robert McKim 'Mike' McDevitt Brooks Benedict Brooks Benedict Bus Passenger (uncredited) Douglas Haig Minor Role (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Strong Man about?
A meek Belgian soldier (Harry Langdon) fighting in World War I receives penpal letters and a photo from "Mary Brown", an American girl he has never met. He becomes infatuated with her by long distance. After the war, the young Belgian journeys to America as assistant to a theatrical "strong man", Zandow the Great (Arthur Thalasso). While in America, he searches for Mary Brown... and he finds her, just as word comes that Zandow is incapacitated and the little nebbish must go on stage in his place.
Who directed The Strong Man?
The Strong Man was directed by Frank Capra.
Who stars in The Strong Man?
The Strong Man stars Harry Langdon, Priscilla Bonner, Arthur Thalasso, Gertrude Astor.
When was The Strong Man released?
The Strong Man is a 1926 comedy, romance film.
Where can I watch The Strong Man?
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