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Leave It to Me (1920): cast, story & where to watch

1920 · Film · ★ 10

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Released in 1920, Leave It to Me is a comedy film directed by Emmett J. Flynn, running about 50 minutes.

What it’s about. The very wealthy and very idle Dickey Derrickson is scorned by his fiancée Madge Earle because of his refusal to work. To counter her criticism, he buys a detective agency that has no cases, but Madge discovers the ruse. To create a demand for his services, Dickey hires a group of thugs to steal valuables from his rich friends.

Who’s in it. Leave It to Me stars William Russell as Dick Derrickson, Eileen Percy as Madge Earle, Marcella Daly as Dot Derrickson and Hallam Cooley as Tom Burroughs, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Leave It to Me sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Leave It to Me page.

If you liked it. Fans of Leave It to Me tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Leave It to Me (1920)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Leave It to Me change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Leave It to Me worth watching?
Leave It to Me holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Leave It to Me?
Leave It to Me stars William Russell, Eileen Percy, Marcella Daly, Hallam Cooley and Lucille Cavanaugh.
When was Leave It to Me released?
Leave It to Me was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.