The Fool

The Fool

The Fool

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The Fool

"The picture that succeeded in spite of the Devil."

1925

1h 40m

8.0(1 votes)

Drama

Overview

The Rector of a wealthy church loses the sympathy and support of parishioners when he preaches the doctrine of Christ to sacrifice worldly goods. He establishes a mission among the lower classes and, although he is beaten for his efforts, he gains happiness by doing good.

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15 members

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Edmund Lowe

Daniel Gilchirst

Edmund Lowe

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Raymond Bloomer

Jerry

Raymond Bloomer

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Paul Panzer

Umanski

Paul Panzer

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George Lessey

Goodkind

George Lessey

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Rose Blossom

Dilly Gilliam

Rose Blossom

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Helena D'Algy

Mrs. Thornbury

Helena D'Algy

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Mary Thurman

Pearl

Mary Thurman

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Lucille Lee Stewart

Society Lady

Lucille Lee Stewart

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Henry Sedley

Stedman

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A.J. Herbert

Hennig

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Downing Clarke

Rev. Everett Wadham

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Blanche Craig

Mrs. Henry Gilliam

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Fred C. Jones

Poor Man

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Anne Dale

Mary Margaret

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Brenda Bond

Clare

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