A Wise Fool (1921): cast, story & where to watch
1921 · Film
Released in 1921, A Wise Fool is a notable film directed by George Melford.
What it’s about. Jean, a wealthy young Canadian back from a trip to Europe, meets and falls for Carmen, a pretty young Spanish girl. They marry and have a daughter, but soon afterward Jean discovers his wife is having an affair. She takes her daughter and leaves him, and Jean's luck gets even worse--he loses his business in a fire and his thieving father-in-law steals what little money he has left.
Who’s in it. A Wise Fool stars James Kirkwood as Jean Jacques Barbille, Alan Hale as George Masson, William Boyd as Gerard Fynes and Fred Huntley as Sebastian Dolores, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Wise Fool page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Wise Fool (1921)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Wise Fool change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in A Wise Fool?
- A Wise Fool stars James Kirkwood, Alan Hale, William Boyd, Fred Huntley and Charles Ogle.
- When was A Wise Fool released?
- A Wise Fool was released in 1921.