Picture Pirates
Originally released in 1916. Picture Pirates is a comedy film. directed by Rube Miller. At just 8 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rube Miller, Ben Turpin, and Lillian Hamilton
Synopsis
Rube's and Ben's wives are waitresses. An art collector purchases a rare picture and the "picture pirate," representing himself as another collector, calls on the first collector. As he is leaving the place Rube and Ben try to pick his pockets, and admonishing them as amateurs, he tells them to join in with him and try to steal the picture. They take the art collector's wife with them to the same café wherein their wives are waitresses. Ben and Rube leave her there and hasten to her home to steal a copy of the picture, the owner having hidden the original. They also drink some poisoned whiskey left for them and fall into a fit. Later the "picture pirate" pays Rube and Ben for the picture, thinking it is the original.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Vogue Motion Picture Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Picture Pirates about?
Rube's and Ben's wives are waitresses. An art collector purchases a rare picture and the "picture pirate," representing himself as another collector, calls on the first collector. As he is leaving ...
Who directed Picture Pirates?
Picture Pirates was directed by Rube Miller.
How long is Picture Pirates?
Picture Pirates has a runtime of 0 hours and 8 minutes (8 minutes total).
When was Picture Pirates released?
Picture Pirates was released on November 12, 1916 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Picture Pirates?
The main cast of Picture Pirates includes Rube Miller, Ben Turpin, Lillian Hamilton, Rosie Rosee, Paddy McGuire.