The Big Adventure (1921)
Thrills, Tears, Mystery Smiles for Old and Young
Patches, a kind-hearted orphan of the slums, finds life unbearable under the cruel abuse of his stepfather, Old Whiskers, for whose support he is forced to steal. Stowing away in a freight car with his dog, he escapes to a neighboring town where he is given a home by Mrs. Lane, sister of the town judge.
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B. Reeves Eason Jr.PatchesFred HerzogOld Whiskers
Lee ShumwayJohn WellbornMolly ShaferMrs. Lane
Gertrude OlmsteadSallyMovie DNA
Genre affinityAdventure · FamilyPacingShortEmotional intensityFamilyDirector preference346819Actor preference789142 · 788372 · 197058Country preferenceUs
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What is The Big Adventure about?
Patches, a kind-hearted orphan of the slums, finds life unbearable under the cruel abuse of his stepfather, Old Whiskers, for whose support he is forced to steal. Stowing away in a freight car with his dog, he escapes to a neighboring town where he is given a home by Mrs. Lane, sister of the town judge.
How long is The Big Adventure?
The Big Adventure has a runtime of 50 minutes.