A Poor Relation (1921): cast, story & where to watch
1921 · Film
Released in 1921, A Poor Relation is a comedy film directed by Clarence G. Badger, running about 50 minutes. “You will laugh and cry and be stirred to the very depths of your heart” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Slaving to perfect an invention, Noah Vale tries to keep two orphans--Rip and Patch--and himself by peddling books and is helped by Scallops, a girl who occasionally brings them food. He appeals to Fay, a wealthy relative, for help in marketing his invention and arouses the interest of Fay's pretty daughter. Sterrett, Fay's partner, steals the model but returns it when he discovers it to be worthless. Johnny Smith, Fay's secretary, is fired when he proposes to the boss's daughter; and visiting Vale's attic, he is comforted by his epigrams. Johnny takes them to a newspaper editor, and they are so successful that both Smith and Vale are hired. Vale decides to give up inventing for writing, and Johnny marries Miss Fay despite her father's opposition.
Who’s in it. A Poor Relation stars Will Rogers as Noah Vale, Sylvia Breamer as Miss Fay, Wallace MacDonald as Johnny Smith and Sidney Ainsworth as Sterrett, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Poor Relation page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Poor Relation tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Poor Relation (1921)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Poor Relation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in A Poor Relation?
- A Poor Relation stars Will Rogers, Sylvia Breamer, Wallace MacDonald, Sidney Ainsworth and George B. Williams.
- When was A Poor Relation released?
- A Poor Relation was released in 1921, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.