

The Scarecrow(1920)
A laugh grenade that bursts into a million laughs!
Two farmhands compete for the love of the farmer's daughter.

Movie: The Scarecrow

The Scarecrow
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Two farmhands compete for the love of the farmer's daughter.
Release Date
1920-11-07
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A laugh grenade that bursts into a million laughs!
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