The Wise Guy_
A carnival huckster who decides to turn pennies into dollars by passing himself off as a hellfire-and-brimstone evangelist.
Starring
James Kirkwood, Mary Astor, Betty Compson
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
The Wise Guy was released 100 years ago in 1926.
Overview
A carnival huckster who decides to turn pennies into dollars by passing himself off as a hellfire-and-brimstone evangelist.
The Wise Guy is a Drama, Romance film with a runtime of 1h 9m.
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What is The Wise Guy about?
A carnival huckster who decides to turn pennies into dollars by passing himself off as a hellfire-and-brimstone evangelist.
How long is The Wise Guy?
The Wise Guy has a runtime of 69 minutes (1h 9m).
Who stars in The Wise Guy?
The cast of The Wise Guy includes James Kirkwood, Mary Astor, Betty Compson, George F. Marion, Mary Carr.
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Drama
Romance