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The Poor Boob

The Poor Boob (1919)

0h 50m | PG-13

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When he loses both his father’s canning factory and his girl “Tiny” to Stephen Douglas modest Simpson Hightower goes to work in a New York provisions office along with stenographer Hope and office boy Jimmy. To impress the Danish consul who is proposing a large contract Hope and Jimmy persuade Simpson to return to his hometown posing as a successful businessman accompanied by his secretary "Pep" and valet Jimmy. It works! Simpson manages to get the Danish contract, buy his factory back and realize Tiny’s worthlessness while recognizing his love for "Pep."

Director: Donald Crisp

Studio: Famous Players-Lasky Corporation

Genre: Comedy

Video: 720p

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Cast

Bryant Washburn

Bryant Washburn

as Simpson Hightower

Wanda Hawley

Wanda Hawley

as 'Pep' Sparks, aka Hope

Richard Rosson

Richard Rosson

as Jimmy Borden

Theodore Roberts

Theodore Roberts

as Henry Platt

Raymond Hatton

Raymond Hatton

as Stephen Douglas

Jay Dwiggins

Jay Dwiggins

as Benton