The Battling Fool (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film
Released in 1924, The Battling Fool is a drama film directed by W.S. Van Dyke, running about 44 minutes.
What it’s about. William Fairbanks stars in this fighting feature about a rural rube who enters the ring to earn prize money to help a crippled girl.
Who’s in it. The Battling Fool stars William Fairbanks as Mark Jenkins, Eva Novak as Helen Chadwick, Fred J. Butler as Hiram Chadwick and Laura Winston as Mrs.Chadwick, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Battling Fool page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Battling Fool tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Battling Fool (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Battling Fool change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Battling Fool?
- The Battling Fool stars William Fairbanks, Eva Novak, Fred J. Butler, Laura Winston and Mark Fenton.
- When was The Battling Fool released?
- The Battling Fool was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 44 minutes.