The Meanest Man in the World (1923 film)

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The Meanest Man in the World
Directed by Edward F. Cline
Screenplay byAustin McHugh (scenario)
Lenore Coffee (adaptation)
John Goodrich (adaptation)
Based on
the play, The Meanest Man in the World
by
Starring Bert Lytell
Blanche Sweet
Bryant Washburn
Maryon Aye
Cinematography Arthur Martinelli
Production
company
Distributed by Associated First National Pictures
Release date
  • October 22, 1923 (1923-10-22)(US) [1]
Running time
6 reels
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

The Meanest Man in the World is a 1923 American silent comedy film. Directed by Edward F. Cline, the film stars Bert Lytell, Blanche Sweet, and Bryant Washburn. It was released on October 22, 1923. As of 2023, this film is considered lost. [2]

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References

  1. "The Meanest Man in the World". American Film Institute. Archived from the original on December 25, 2017. Retrieved December 23, 2017.
  2. "Maryon Aye ~ Bathing Beauty: Maryon's Movies & Where To Watch Them". maryonaye.blogspot.com. Archived from the original on January 1, 2018.