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Still from The Scarecrow — The Scarecrow (1920) — Edward F. Cline, Buster KeatonPhotographed by Elgin Lessley

Poster for The Scarecrow

Edward F. Cline, Buster Keaton

The Scarecrow

English / 1920 / 19m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Letterboxd: 3.87/5·13.2K ratings·3.6K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

Two farmhands compete for the love of the farmer's daughter.

Included in
Isabella Rossellini’s Adventures in Moviegoing
Position 2
Included in
Starring Buster Keaton
Position 3
Included in
March 2023
Position 81

Credits

Crew

DirectorEdward F. Cline, Buster Keaton

Writer,

Edward F. Cline

CinematographerElgin Lessley

EditorBuster Keaton

Cast

Buster Keatonas Farmhand

Edward F. Clineas Hit-and-Run Truck Driver (uncredited)

Joe Keatonas Farmer (uncredited)

Joe Robertsas Farmhand (uncredited)

Sybil Seelyas Farmer's Daughter (uncredited)

Al St. Johnas Man with Motorbike (uncredited)

The Scarecrow (1920) | Criteria