Pretty Smooth
“"To Know her is to lose your heart. your watch & chain, too."”
Synopsis
Gertie Jones, known among other thieves as "The Chatterbox" because she talks to herself while she works, becomes a rich woman's French maid after learning about her employer's $40,000 diamond necklace. To cover up the scratches left by her tools after she unsuccessfully tries to open the safe containing the necklace, Gertie telephones the police to report an attempted burglary. Jimmy Hartigan, a famous thief, arrives and after he and Gertie fall in love at first sight, he is arrested.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 16, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rollin S. Sturgeon
- Screenplay & Story
- Bayard Veiller, Waldemar Young
- Original Title
- Pretty Smooth
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rollin S. Sturgeon
Bayard Veiller, Waldemar Young
Department Leadership Roster
Rollin S. Sturgeon
Director
Bayard Veiller
Writer
Waldemar Young
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pretty Smooth
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What is Pretty Smooth about?
Gertie Jones, known among other thieves as "The Chatterbox" because she talks to herself while she works, becomes a rich woman's French maid after learning about her employer's $40,000 diamond necklace. To cover up the scratches left by her tools after she unsuccessfully tries to open the safe containing the necklace, Gertie telephones the police to report an attempted burglary. Jimmy Hartigan, a famous thief, arrives and after he and Gertie fall in love at first sight, he is arrested.
Who directed Pretty Smooth?
Pretty Smooth was directed by Rollin S. Sturgeon.
Who stars in Pretty Smooth?
The principal cast of Pretty Smooth includes Priscilla Dean, Francis McDonald, Gertrude Astor, George A. McDaniel, Walt Whitman.
When was Pretty Smooth released and how long is it?
Pretty Smooth was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.