Matchmaking Mamma
Originally released in 1929. Matchmaking Mamma is a comedy film. directed by Harry Edwards. At just 23 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Johnny Burke, Sally Eilers, and Daphne Pollard
Synopsis
This marriage is the second for both Mr. & Mrs. Cornelius McNitt. He is panty-whipped by his social climbing second wife. She has recruited Clifford Figfield to stage and direct a charity pageant, which is more a means for her to hobnob with the social elite, and to nab Larry Lodge, the pageant's leading man, as a husband for her flighty daughter Phyllis, the pageant's leading lady. Larry ends up only having eyes for Sally McNitt, Mr. McNitt's visiting daughter, and she, in turn has eyes for him.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 30, 1929
96 years ago
Runtime
0h 23m
23 minutes total
User Rating
4.4/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Johnny Burke
as Cornelius McNitt
Sally Eilers
as Sally McNitt
Daphne Pollard
as Mrs. Cornelius McNitt
Matty Kemp
as Larry Lodge
Carole Lombard
as Phyllis (as Carol Lombard)
Irving Bacon
as Clifford Figfield
Andy Clyde
as The Minister
Ronald Tilley
as The Butler
Madalynne Field
as Big Girl (uncredited)
Kathryn Stanley
as Dancing Girl (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Mack Sennett Comedies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matchmaking Mamma about?
This marriage is the second for both Mr. & Mrs. Cornelius McNitt. He is panty-whipped by his social climbing second wife. She has recruited Clifford Figfield to stage and direct a charity pagea...
Who directed Matchmaking Mamma?
Matchmaking Mamma was directed by Harry Edwards.
How long is Matchmaking Mamma?
Matchmaking Mamma has a runtime of 0 hours and 23 minutes (23 minutes total).
When was Matchmaking Mamma released?
Matchmaking Mamma was released on March 30, 1929 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Matchmaking Mamma?
The main cast of Matchmaking Mamma includes Johnny Burke, Sally Eilers, Daphne Pollard, Matty Kemp, Carole Lombard.