The Man Who Played Square (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film
Released in 1924, The Man Who Played Square is a western film directed by Alfred Santell, running about 70 minutes. “THE ROMANTIC ADVENTURES OF A HE-MAN OF THE EARLY WEST” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Rancher Matt Black is willed half of a Nevada gold mine. Arriving there, he learns that the heir of the other half is a young girl named "Bertie." Realizing that there may be some dirty work and theft going on at the mine, he conceals his identity and gets a job as a miner.
Who’s in it. The Man Who Played Square stars Buck Jones as Matt Black, David Kirby as Piggy, Wanda Hawley as Bertie and Ben Hendricks Jr. as Spangler, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man Who Played Square page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man Who Played Square tend to enjoy The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Django Unchained, Once Upon a Time in the West and For a Few Dollars More.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man Who Played Square (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man Who Played Square change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Man Who Played Square?
- The Man Who Played Square stars Buck Jones, David Kirby, Wanda Hawley, Ben Hendricks Jr. and Hank Mann.
- When was The Man Who Played Square released?
- The Man Who Played Square was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.