A Clever Dummy (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1917, A Clever Dummy is a comedy film directed by Herman C. Raymaker, running about 23 minutes.
What it’s about. An inventor and his assistant build a robot that looks like their janitor, and everyone tries to profit off the invention.
Who’s in it. A Clever Dummy stars Ben Turpin as A Romantic Janitor, Chester Conklin as A Playful Property Man, Wallace Beery as Patrick Cohen - a Vaudeville Manager and Juanita Hansen as A Leading Lady, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, A Clever Dummy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Clever Dummy page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Clever Dummy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Clever Dummy (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Clever Dummy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Clever Dummy worth watching?
- A Clever Dummy holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Clever Dummy?
- A Clever Dummy stars Ben Turpin, Chester Conklin, Wallace Beery, Juanita Hansen and Claire Anderson.
- When was A Clever Dummy released?
- A Clever Dummy was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 23 minutes.