The Hansom Cabman (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1924, The Hansom Cabman is a comedy film directed by Harry Edwards, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Harry Doolittle wakes up on the day he's to marry Betty Bright. He has a terrible hangover. A strange woman appears in his room saying that he married her the night before, and just then, his fiancée and her mother arrive. There's anger all around, leading to Harry's arrest. He's jailed while awaiting trial in front of Betty's father, a judge. She visits him in the clink. He escapes and disguises himself as a cabman. The police are looking for him, as are his fiancée and her mother. Will it get straightened out in time for wedding bells to ring?
Who’s in it. The Hansom Cabman stars Harry Langdon as Harry Doolittle, Marceline Day as Betty Brief, Charlotte Mineau as Mrs. Brief - Betty's Mother and Andy Clyde as Judge B. Brief - Betty's Father / Insane Convict, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Hansom Cabman sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hansom Cabman page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hansom Cabman tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hansom Cabman (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Hansom Cabman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Hansom Cabman worth watching?
- The Hansom Cabman holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Hansom Cabman?
- The Hansom Cabman stars Harry Langdon, Marceline Day, Charlotte Mineau, Andy Clyde and Madeline Hurlock.
- When was The Hansom Cabman released?
- The Hansom Cabman was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.