Manhattan Madness (1916): cast, story & where to watch
1916 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1916, Manhattan Madness is a comedy film directed by Allan Dwan, running about 50 minutes. “A photoplay that is far different and better than any you've seen heretofore” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Steve O'Dare, a young New Yorker who has gone off to Wyoming to be a cowboy, returns to New York to sell some cattle. He bores his friends with tales of the exciting Western life, so they plot to trick him with a mock abduction. But although Steve falls for the gag, he ends up turning the tables on his friends.
Who’s in it. Manhattan Madness stars Douglas Fairbanks as Steve O'Dare, Jewel Carmen as The Girl, George Beranger as The Butler and Ruth Darling as The Maid, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Manhattan Madness has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Manhattan Madness page.
If you liked it. Fans of Manhattan Madness tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Manhattan Madness (1916)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Manhattan Madness change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Manhattan Madness worth watching?
- Manhattan Madness holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Manhattan Madness?
- Manhattan Madness stars Douglas Fairbanks, Jewel Carmen, George Beranger, Ruth Darling and Eugene Ormonde.
- When was Manhattan Madness released?
- Manhattan Madness was released in 1916, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.