The Confidence Man


1924

Film Details

Release Date
Apr 20, 1924
Premiere Information
not available
Production Company
Famous Players--Lasky
Distribution Company
Paramount Pictures
Country
United States
Screenplay Information
Based on the novel The Confidence Man by Laurie York Erskine (New York, 1925).

Technical Specs

Sound
Silent
Color
Black and White
Film Length
7,304ft (8 reels)

Synopsis

Dan Corvan and Larry Maddox, salesmen for promoters of phony oil stock, endear themselves to the people of Fairfield, Florida, in an attempt to fleece skinflint Godfrey Queritt. When they are at the point of success, an old lady asks Corvan to restore some money her son has stolen, and touched by the trust of local girl Margaret Leland, Corvan decides to go straight.

Film Details

Release Date
Apr 20, 1924
Premiere Information
not available
Production Company
Famous Players--Lasky
Distribution Company
Paramount Pictures
Country
United States
Screenplay Information
Based on the novel The Confidence Man by Laurie York Erskine (New York, 1925).

Technical Specs

Sound
Silent
Color
Black and White
Film Length
7,304ft (8 reels)

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