The Poor Simp (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1920, The Poor Simp is a comedy film directed by Victor Heerman, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Melville Carruthers finally decides to propose to his girlfriend Grace and sets out for her house, but gets a sudden attack of shyness and stops in at a café to calm himself. A fight erupts and Melville is knocked out. He wakes up in his room the following day with a young "cabaret girl" taking care of him. Just at that time Grace and her father stop by, and Melville is unable to explain who the girl is and why she's there. Complications ensue.
Who’s in it. The Poor Simp stars Owen Moore as Melville G. Carruthers, Nell Craig as Grace Adams, Harry L. Rattenberry as Peter Adams and Vera Lewis as Mrs. Adams, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Poor Simp has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Poor Simp page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Poor Simp tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Poor Simp (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Poor Simp change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Poor Simp worth watching?
- The Poor Simp holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Poor Simp?
- The Poor Simp stars Owen Moore, Nell Craig, Harry L. Rattenberry, Vera Lewis and Herbert Prior.
- When was The Poor Simp released?
- The Poor Simp was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.