The Nut
1921, English. Directed by Theodore Reed.
DOUGLAS FAIRBANKS leaps over housetops to the heart of a girl.
Eccentric, accident-prone inventor Charlie Jackson is deeply in love with Estrell Wynn, a progressive philanthropist who believes that if the wealthy host poor children in their homes for an hour each day, it will reform the children into good citizens.
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Theodore ReedDirector
- Douglas FairbanksCharlie Jackson
- Marguerite De La MotteEstrell Wynn
- William LoweryPhilip Feeney
- Gerald PringGentleman George
- Morris HughesPernelius Vanderbrook Jr.
- Barbara La MarrClaudine Dupree
- Frank CampeauUlysses S. Grant Impersonator (Uncredited)
- Jeanne CarpenterCupid Telephone Operator (Uncredited)
- Charles StevensHenchman (Uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 6 March 1921
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Kenneth Davenport, Douglas Fairbanks, William Parker
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The Nut runs 74 minutes (1h 14m).
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The Nut parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Nut is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Nut on?
The Nut isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Nut?
If you liked The Nut, try Falling for Christmas, Henry Danger: The Movie, Love Is in the Air.
Who directed The Nut?
The Nut (1921) was directed by Theodore Reed and stars Douglas Fairbanks, Marguerite De La Motte, William Lowery.