The Confidence Man (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film
Released in 1924, The Confidence Man is a drama and crime film directed by Victor Heerman, running about 80 minutes. “The thrilling tale of a master swindler and his struggle to go straight when he fell in love.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Wade is a promoter of fake oil stock who sends two of his men, Dan Corvan and Larry Maddox, down to the small Florida town of Fairfield to make a sale to the miserly Godfrey Queritt (Charles Dow Clark). When Corvan discovers that Sunday school teacher Margaret Leland is friends with the old man, he romances her. He also helps out the local charities and endears himself to the local folk. Corvan is too good at his tricks -- all this hard-won trust is turning him into an honest man.
Who’s in it. The Confidence Man stars Thomas Meighan as Dan Corvan, Virginia Valli as Margaret Leland, Larry Wheat as Larry Maddox (as Laurence Wheat) and Charles Dow Clark as Godfred Queritt, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Confidence Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Confidence Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Confidence Man (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Confidence Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Confidence Man?
- The Confidence Man stars Thomas Meighan, Virginia Valli, Larry Wheat, Charles Dow Clark and Helen Lindroth.
- When was The Confidence Man released?
- The Confidence Man was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.