The Smugglers
"A Laughable Series of Comic Tragedies."
Originally released in 1916. The Smugglers is a comedy film. directed by Sidney Olcott. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Donald Brian, Cyril Chadwick, and Margaret Greene
Synopsis
While honeymooning in Paris, wealthy John Battleby Watts is persuaded to purchase a $20,000 necklace for his capricious young wife. When the jeweler refuses to accept his check, John heads to the bank for the necessary funds. En route, he passes a little shop specializing in imitation jewelry. Figuring his wife will never know the difference, he buys a cheap duplicate of the 20-grand bauble. Later on, however, he reconsiders and purchases the genuine article. But before he can reach his hotel, John is detained by saucy chorus girl Rita Bori, whom he presents with what he thinks is the imitation necklace.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 6, 1916
109 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Smugglers about?
While honeymooning in Paris, wealthy John Battleby Watts is persuaded to purchase a $20,000 necklace for his capricious young wife. When the jeweler refuses to accept his check, John heads to the b...
Who directed The Smugglers?
The Smugglers was directed by Sidney Olcott.
How long is The Smugglers?
The Smugglers has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Smugglers released?
The Smugglers was released on July 6, 1916 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Smugglers?
The main cast of The Smugglers includes Donald Brian, Cyril Chadwick, Margaret Greene, Harold Vosburgh, Rita Bori.