An Amateur Devil is a 1920 American silent comedy film directed by Maurice Campbell and written by Douglas Bronston based upon the short story "Wanted: A Blemish" by Henry J. Buxton and Jessie Henderson.

The film stars Bryant Washburn, Charles Wingate, Ann May, Sidney Bracey, Graham Pettie, and Anna Dodge.

[3] As described in a film magazine,[4] Carver Endicott (Washburn), born into wealth, has a sweetheart Margaret (May) who has become boresome to him.

To stimulate his interest, his father (Wingate), a dashing old beau, pretends an affection for the young woman.

His relationship with his sweetheart Margaret is resumed, and they receive a telegram announcing his father's marriage to the actress.