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The Villain (1917)

Movie ★ 5.5 21 min

Comedy

In The Villain, Billy attempted something a little different. He's still imitating Chaplin, but this time he's playing the wicked, top-hatted Charlie found in some of his earliest Keystone appearances (e.g. Mabel at the Wheel), the ones where Charlie himself seemed to be imitating the studio's recently departed Ford Sterling. Throughout this short there is much spoofing of old-time melodramas, a frequent motif of Sterling's comedies.

Arvid E. Gillstrom Director

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Quick facts

Released
July 14, 1917
Runtime
21 min
IMDb
tt0009764
Language
Studio
King Bee Studios

Cast

Billy West Billy West The Villain Oliver Hardy Oliver Hardy Nell Florence McLaughlin Florence Bud Ross Bud Ross Nell's Sweetheart Ethelyn Gibson Unknown role Leo White Leo White Unknown role Joe Cohen Unknown role

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Villain about?
In The Villain, Billy attempted something a little different. He's still imitating Chaplin, but this time he's playing the wicked, top-hatted Charlie found in some of his earliest Keystone appearances (e.g. Mabel at the Wheel), the ones where Charlie himself seemed to be imitating the studio's recently departed Ford Sterling. Throughout this short there is much spoofing of old-time melodramas, a frequent motif of Sterling's comedies.
Who directed The Villain?
The Villain was directed by Arvid E. Gillstrom.
Who stars in The Villain?
The Villain stars Billy West, Oliver Hardy, Florence McLaughlin, Bud Ross.
When was The Villain released?
The Villain is a 1917 comedy film.
Where can I watch The Villain?
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