The Dummy (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film
Released in 1929, The Dummy is a comedy and mystery film directed by Robert Milton, running about 60 minutes. “LISTEN-to this 100% Talking Comedy Farce There's a volley of snappy humor when you hear the Dummy talk. A STAGE PLAY ON THE SCREEN” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The title character is office-boy Barney. Pretending to be a deaf-mute, Barney tries to trump his detective boss Walter Babbing by tracking down the person who kidnapped Peggy Meredith, the daughter of wealthy Agnes and Trumbull Meredith.
Who’s in it. The Dummy stars Ruth Chatterton as Agnes Meredith, Fredric March as Trumbull Meredith, John Cromwell as Walter Babbing and Fred Kohler as Joe Cooper, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dummy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dummy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dummy (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dummy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Dummy?
- The Dummy stars Ruth Chatterton, Fredric March, John Cromwell, Fred Kohler and Vondell Darr.
- When was The Dummy released?
- The Dummy was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.