The Dummy (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1917, The Dummy is a crime and drama film directed by Francis J. Grandon, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. The Merediths, in reality much in love, have quarreled and agreed to separate but cannot agree as to the disposition of their little daughter Beryl. All this is opportune for the plans of Spider, a notorious kidnapper and his gang, who plot to steal Beryl while her nurse flirts in the park with one of their pals.
Who’s in it. The Dummy stars Jack Pickford as Barney Cook, Frank Losee as Babbings, Edwin Stanley as Mr. Meredith and Helen Greene as Mrs. Meredith, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Dummy 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 The Dummy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dummy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dummy (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dummy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Dummy worth watching?
- The Dummy holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Dummy?
- The Dummy stars Jack Pickford, Frank Losee, Edwin Stanley, Helen Greene and Ethelmary Oakland.
- When was The Dummy released?
- The Dummy was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.