
Release
March 9, 1919
Language
English
Rating
—
Status
Released
About The Poor Boob
When he loses both his father’s canning factory and his girl “Tiny” to Stephen Douglas modest Simpson Hightower goes to work in a New York provisions office along with stenographer Hope and office boy Jimmy. To impress the Danish consul who is proposing a large contract Hope and Jimmy persuade Simpson to return to his hometown posing as a successful businessman accompanied by his secretary "Pep" and valet Jimmy. It works! Simpson manages to get the Danish contract, buy his factory back and realize Tiny’s worthlessness while recognizing his love for "Pep."
On Screen
Cast(12)

as
Henry Platt
Theodore Roberts
Henry Platt

as
Stephen Douglas
Raymond Hatton
Stephen Douglas

as
Hallock
Guy Oliver
Hallock

as
Simpson Hightower
Bryant Washburn
Simpson Hightower

as
'Pep' Sparks, aka Hope
Wanda Hawley
'Pep' Sparks, aka Hope

as
Jimmy Borden
Richard Rosson
Jimmy Borden

as
Benton
Jay Dwiggins
Benton

as
Tucker
Charles Ogle
Tucker

as
Mrs. Benton
Jane Wolfe
Mrs. Benton

as
Tiny Parcel
Mary Thurman
Tiny Parcel

as
Mr. Swanson
Clarence Geldart
Mr. Swanson

as
Little Girl
Peggy Cartwright
Little Girl
Behind the Camera
Crew
Director
Screenplay
Story
Scenario Writer
Director of Photography
Assistant Director
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