It's the Old Army Game
"Seven reels full of tricks and a big laugh with every trick"
Originally released in 1926. It's the Old Army Game is a comedy film. directed by A. Edward Sutherland. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring W.C. Fields, Louise Brooks, and Blanche Ring
Synopsis
Druggist Elmer Prettywillie is sleeping. A woman rings the night bell only to buy a two-cent stamp. Then garbage collectors waken him. Next it's firemen on a false alarm. And then a real fire.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 10, 1926
99 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
User Rating
4.8/10
Mixed (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Top Cast
W.C. Fields
as Elmer Prettywillie
Louise Brooks
as Mildred Marshall
Blanche Ring
as Tessie Overholt
William Gaxton
as George Parker
Mary Foy
as Sarah Pancoast
Mickey Bennett
as Mickey
Josephine Dunn
as Society Bather
Jack Luden
as Society Bather
Elise Cavanna
as Near-sighted Woman
George Currie
as Artist
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
- Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is It's the Old Army Game about?
Druggist Elmer Prettywillie is sleeping. A woman rings the night bell only to buy a two-cent stamp. Then garbage collectors waken him. Next it's firemen on a false alarm. And then a real fire.
Who directed It's the Old Army Game?
It's the Old Army Game was directed by A. Edward Sutherland.
How long is It's the Old Army Game?
It's the Old Army Game has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was It's the Old Army Game released?
It's the Old Army Game was released on July 10, 1926 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in It's the Old Army Game?
The main cast of It's the Old Army Game includes W.C. Fields, Louise Brooks, Blanche Ring, William Gaxton, Mary Foy.