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  • An Honest Man (1918)
  • 50 min | Comedy, Drama
An Honest Man (1918)
50 min | Comedy, Drama

When Benny Boggs, a good-natured hobo, is rejected by the U.S. Army, he decides to overcome his aversion to work and offers assistance to a farmer known as Old Man Cushing. Cushing falls seriously ill and, believing he is about to die, ...See moreWhen Benny Boggs, a good-natured hobo, is rejected by the U.S. Army, he decides to overcome his aversion to work and offers assistance to a farmer known as Old Man Cushing. Cushing falls seriously ill and, believing he is about to die, asks Benny to deliver a package to his daughter Ruby, who left home to pursue an acting career. Benny soon learns that the package contains $50,000, but resolves to earn the old man's trust, despite his poverty. After arriving in the city, Benny rescues Beatrice Burnett from an attacker, and the two become friends. Later, Beatrice takes Benny to visit her ailing friend, who identifies herself as Cushing's long-lost daughter. Benny gives the money to Ruby and accompanies her back to the farm, where they receive a warm greeting from Cushing, who has recovered from his illness. The army finally accepts Benny, and Ruby promises to marry him when he returns from active duty. Written by AFI See less
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Updated May 6, 1918

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May 6, 1918 (United States)

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4 cast members
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William Desmond
Benny Boggs Benny Boggs   See fewer
Mary Warren
Beatrice Burnett Beatrice Burnett   See fewer
Ann Forrest
Ruby Cushing (as Ann Kroman) Ruby Cushing (as Ann Kroman)   See fewer
Graham Pettie
Old Man Cushing Old Man Cushing   See fewer
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