The Beggar's Deceit (1900): cast, story & where to watch
1900 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1900, The Beggar's Deceit is a notable film directed by Cecil M. Hepworth, running about 1 minutes.
What it’s about. A legless beggar with a sign around his neck saying "cripple" pushes himself slowly and laboriously on a trolley along the pavement, soliciting alms from sympathetic passers-by. A policeman gradually approaches from the distance. Feeling suspicious, he taps the beggar on the shoulder, whereupon the beggar leaps up in a panic and runs away on his perfectly functional legs. The policeman trips over the trolley before recovering his footing and setting off in pursuit.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Beggar's Deceit has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Beggar's Deceit page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Beggar's Deceit (1900)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Beggar's Deceit change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Beggar's Deceit worth watching?
- The Beggar's Deceit holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Beggar's Deceit released?
- The Beggar's Deceit was released in 1900, with a runtime of about 1 minutes.