The Six Best Cellars (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film
Released in 1920, The Six Best Cellars is a comedy film directed by Donald Crisp, running about 50 minutes. “A "Corking" Tale of Popping Corks” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Henry Carpenter and his wife Millicent are the envy of their exclusive suburban set because of their abundant wine cellar, a blessing in the face of the recent prohibition against alcohol initiated by the Volstead Act. In reality, Henry is down to his last few bottles, and, faced with an impending dinner party, he decides to save face by denouncing the evils of drink. His impassioned speech earns him the support of the Prohibition party for a Congressional seat. Henry is relishing his popularity when his aunt discovers twenty-one cases of rare wine in the cellar, forcing the candidate to choose between political and social success.
Who’s in it. The Six Best Cellars stars Bryant Washburn as Henry Carpenter, Wanda Hawley as Millicent Carpenter, Clarence Burton as Ed Hammond and Elsa Lorimer as Mrs. Hammond, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Six Best Cellars page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Six Best Cellars tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Six Best Cellars (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Six Best Cellars change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Six Best Cellars?
- The Six Best Cellars stars Bryant Washburn, Wanda Hawley, Clarence Burton, Elsa Lorimer and Josephine Crowell.
- When was The Six Best Cellars released?
- The Six Best Cellars was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.