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When Knights Were Bold

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When Knights Were Bold

1914

0h 10m

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Comedy

Overview

The Earl is disgusted when his parents insist that he marry the girl of their choice, not his own. He has been reading a book called "When Knights Were Bold," and only wishes that he might have lived in "Ye Olden Times," when he could fight for his "Lady Love."

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4 featured cast members

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Wallace Beery

Wallace Beery

The Earl

Robert Bolder

Robert Bolder

The Earl's Father

Helen Dunbar

Helen Dunbar

The Earl's Mother

Ruth Hennessy

The Earl's Sweetheart

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