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The Stranger (1918)

Movie ★ 5.5 14 min

Comedy

After a luckless prospecting trip, Billy starts homeward across the desert, mounted on his little burro with his pick, shovel and pack strapped up behind him. Finally he comes in sight of Red Dog Gulch and, hungry and thirsty, he pushes on toward the city. Susie is the daughter of the town drunkard. She starts out on her horse for a little ride, and a little way from town is attacked by Pedro and Little Casino, two Mexicans, who try to steal her horse. Billy happens along, runs the Mexicans off and takes Susie back to town.

Arvid E. Gillstrom Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 1, 1918
Runtime
14 min
IMDb
tt0009659
Language
Studio
King Bee Studios

Cast

Billy West Billy West The Prospector Leatrice Joy Leatrice Joy Susie Bud Ross Bud Ross Susie's Father Oliver Hardy Oliver Hardy Oliver, the saloonkeeper Leo White Leo White The Greaser Joe Bordeaux Diner

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Stranger about?
After a luckless prospecting trip, Billy starts homeward across the desert, mounted on his little burro with his pick, shovel and pack strapped up behind him. Finally he comes in sight of Red Dog Gulch and, hungry and thirsty, he pushes on toward the city. Susie is the daughter of the town drunkard. She starts out on her horse for a little ride, and a little way from town is attacked by Pedro and Little Casino, two Mexicans, who try to steal her horse. Billy happens along, runs the Mexicans off and takes Susie back to town.
Who directed The Stranger?
The Stranger was directed by Arvid E. Gillstrom.
Who stars in The Stranger?
The Stranger stars Billy West, Leatrice Joy, Bud Ross, Oliver Hardy.
When was The Stranger released?
The Stranger is a 1918 comedy film.
Where can I watch The Stranger?
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