Too Many Crooks
Originally released in 1919. Too Many Crooks is a comedy/crime film. directed by Ralph Ince. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gladys Leslie, Jean Paige, and Thomas J. McGrane
Synopsis
After millionaire Erastus Browning and his daughter Charlotte, a playwright, attend a crime play, Charlotte complains that the crook characters are not true to life. To prove her point, aided by supposed criminal Bidwell Wright, Charlotte invites a number of notorious criminals to her home for a party. The crooks all believe they have been invited to form an international family of thieves, headed by Charlotte and her father.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Gladys Leslie
as Boston Fanny
Jean Paige
as Charlotte Browning
Thomas J. McGrane
as Erastus Browning
James Dent
as Marshall Blackstone
Huntley Gordon
as Bidwell Wright
Cecil Chichester
as Benny the Chipmunk
Anders Randolf
as Frisco Jimmy
George O'Donnell
as Walrus
John P. Wade
as Percy
James Gaylore
as Thomas
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Vitagraph Company of America
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Too Many Crooks about?
After millionaire Erastus Browning and his daughter Charlotte, a playwright, attend a crime play, Charlotte complains that the crook characters are not true to life. To prove her point, aided by su...
Who directed Too Many Crooks?
Too Many Crooks was directed by Ralph Ince.
How long is Too Many Crooks?
Too Many Crooks has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was Too Many Crooks released?
Too Many Crooks was released on June 16, 1919 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Too Many Crooks?
The main cast of Too Many Crooks includes Gladys Leslie, Jean Paige, Thomas J. McGrane, James Dent, Huntley Gordon.