The Head Man

The Head Man

65 mins | Comedy | July 8, 1928

Because he refuses to be a tool for a political mob, Watts, an ex-senator, is relegated to the public wastebasket. When he opposes a rival politician in a mayoral campaign, Watts evokes the public's sympathy and is elected to the mayor's chair, again becoming a power in local politics.

The Head Man

65 mins | Comedy | July 8, 1928

The Head Man
Because he refuses to be a tool for a political mob, Watts, an ex-senator, is relegated to the public wastebasket. When he opposes a rival politician in a mayoral campaign, Watts evokes the public's sympathy and is elected to the mayor's chair, again becoming a power in local politics.
Producers Warner Bros. Pictures, First National Pictures
Original title The Head Man
Directors Edward F. Cline
Writers Harry Leon Wilson, Harvey F. Thew, Howard J. Green

Cast

Charles Murray

as Watts (as Charlie Murray)

Loretta Young

as Carol Watts

Larry Kent

as Billy Hurd

Lucien Littlefield

as Ed Barnes

E.J. Ratcliffe

as Wareham

Irving Bacon

as Mayor

Harvey Clark

as McKugg

Sylvia Ashton

as Mrs. Briggs

Dot Farley

as Mrs. Denny

Martha Mattox

as Twin

Rosa Gore

as Twin