Short film
The Stumbling Block
1911 · 7 min
A gentle, slight early silent comedy that ambles by, charming through its dog antics rather than any real story.
- Directed by
- Laurence Trimble
- Starring
- Florence Turner, Leo Delaney, Jean the Dog
- Overview
- A man is rejected by a woman, and then decides to have her dog stolen. The dog is very approachable, and although he at first wants nothing to do with the man, they ultimately become good friends. Finally, he gives the dog back to the woman.
- How it feels
- Brisk and easy to follow.
- About
- Friendship, love, revenge
- Content
- Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.
- Note
- Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown
Your rating is saved. See your suggestions, or find titles like this one below.
Rate it, and Mesmero finds titles that feel like it. You do not need an account.
Watch the trailer on YouTube (opens in a new tab)
Add to a list: The Stumbling Block
In the USNo streaming, rental or purchase options known.
- Directed by
- Laurence Trimble
- Starring
- Florence Turner, Leo Delaney, Jean the Dog

