The Man Who Won (1923 film)

The Man Who Won is a 1923 American silent drama film directed by William Wellman and starring Dustin Farnum, Jacqueline Logan, and Lloyd Whitlock. The film is based on the novel of the same name by Rex Beach.

The story revolves around Wyatt Roundtree (Farnum), a prospector who strikes it rich during the Alaskan gold rush. He wins a large sum of money and attempts to use his newfound wealth to win the affections of a sophisticated woman, Jane (Logan). However, she is drawn to a more refined and less boisterous character, leaving Wyatt heartbroken. He must learn valuable life lessons about love and self-worth.

The film is notable for its outdoor location filming in Alaska, providing authentic visuals of the gold rush era. While not as widely discussed as some of Wellman's later works, it is a representative example of his early directorial efforts and a typical silent Western drama of the period. It showcases themes of wealth, love, and social class distinctions common in early 20th-century cinema. Preservation status of the film is unknown, but it is likely that elements may be lost or incomplete.