His Bitter Pill (1916): cast, story & where to watch
1916 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1916, His Bitter Pill is a comedy film directed by Fred Hibbard, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Jim, the apple of his mother's eyes, is the big-hearted galoot of a man and is sheriff of his small town. He is sweet on Nell, who he has known all his life. Just as he is about to propose to her, he finds out that he has missed his opportunity as Diamond Dan, a big city slicker, has already proposed to her, to which she's accepted.
Who’s in it. His Bitter Pill stars Mack Swain as Jim - a Big Hearted Sheriff, Louella Maxam as Nell - the Girl Jim Loves, Ella Haines as Jim's Mother and Edgar Kennedy as Diamond Dan - Jim's Rival, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, His Bitter Pill has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch His Bitter Pill page.
If you liked it. Fans of His Bitter Pill tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch His Bitter Pill (1916)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for His Bitter Pill change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is His Bitter Pill worth watching?
- His Bitter Pill holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in His Bitter Pill?
- His Bitter Pill stars Mack Swain, Louella Maxam, Ella Haines, Edgar Kennedy and Tom Kennedy.
- When was His Bitter Pill released?
- His Bitter Pill was released in 1916, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.