Abysmal Brute (1923): cast, story & where to watch
1923 · Film
Released in 1923, Abysmal Brute is a drama and romance film directed by Hobart Henley, running about 80 minutes. “WHY? They offered her wealth - They offered her fame - They offered her love - She refused them all - Why?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young man is raised in the mountains by his prizefighter father. Although he possesses great strength and athletic skill, he is completely out of his league when it comes to women. He becomes a successful boxer in San Francisco and is given the name "The Abysmal Brute". When he rescues a drowning man, he meets a beautiful socialite named Maude Sangster and falls in love. His lack of social skills proves a hindrance when a rival suitor competes with him for Maude's affections.
Who’s in it. Abysmal Brute stars Reginald Denny as Pat Glendon, Jr, Mabel Julienne Scott as Maude Sangster, Charles K. French as Pat Glendon, Sr and Hayden Stevenson as Sam Stubener, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Abysmal Brute page.
If you liked it. Fans of Abysmal Brute tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Abysmal Brute (1923)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Abysmal Brute change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Abysmal Brute?
- Abysmal Brute stars Reginald Denny, Mabel Julienne Scott, Charles K. French, Hayden Stevenson and David Torrence.
- When was Abysmal Brute released?
- Abysmal Brute was released in 1923, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.