The Poor Rich Man (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film
Released in 1918, The Poor Rich Man is a comedy and drama film directed by Charles Brabin.
What it’s about. Vantyne Carter (Francis X. Bushman) is a playboy living in luxury off his father (C.J. Williams). Vantyne's cousin Teddy (Stuart Holmes), meanwhile, leads a fine upstanding life -- or at least he appears to, so he can curry favor with his wealthy uncle, Vantyne's father. One day, the senior Carter, fed up with his son's antics, decides to play a trick on both Vantyne and Teddy. The old man and his lawyer off on a hunting trip, and then the lawyer returns with news that Carter was killed in an accident
Who’s in it. The Poor Rich Man stars Francis X. Bushman as Vantyne Carter, Beverly Bayne as Arizona Brown, Stuart Holmes as Teddy Carter and Sally Crute as Edith Trentoni, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Poor Rich Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Poor Rich Man tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Poor Rich Man (1918)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Poor Rich Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Poor Rich Man?
- The Poor Rich Man stars Francis X. Bushman, Beverly Bayne, Stuart Holmes, Sally Crute and William Frederic.
- When was The Poor Rich Man released?
- The Poor Rich Man was released in 1918.