Sweet Daddy
Originally released in 1924. Sweet Daddy is a comedy film. directed by Leo McCarey. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charley Chase, Olive Borden, and Martha Sleeper
Synopsis
Jimmy Jump's boss asks him to meet his small niece and her dog and entertain them between trains. Jimmy buys a balloon or two and looks over the station for a little girl. He takes one by mistake, narrowly escapes being arrested as a kidnapper and finally meets the niece, who is an over-dressed, ultra-modern young woman. The time between trains is spent in trying to hide the dog from the policeman, and when Jimmy puts his charge on the train, he feels that he has done a week's work in a day.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 17, 1924
101 years ago
Runtime
0h 20m
20 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hal Roach Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweet Daddy about?
Jimmy Jump's boss asks him to meet his small niece and her dog and entertain them between trains. Jimmy buys a balloon or two and looks over the station for a little girl. He takes one by mistake, ...
Who directed Sweet Daddy?
Sweet Daddy was directed by Leo McCarey.
How long is Sweet Daddy?
Sweet Daddy has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was Sweet Daddy released?
Sweet Daddy was released on August 17, 1924 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sweet Daddy?
The main cast of Sweet Daddy includes Charley Chase, Olive Borden, Martha Sleeper, Fay Wray, Westcott Clarke.