
See You in Jail
Synopsis
Jerry Marsden, the son of a wealthy man, finds himself in a series of comedic misunderstandings. To prove a point or escape a social obligation, Jerry decides to take the place of his butler, who has been sentenced to a short stay in jail. While incarcerated, Jerry finds the experience surprisingly pleasant, as he receives special treatment and even manages to flirt with the jailer's daughter, Ruth Morrisey (Alice Day). Chaos ensues when his true identity is threatened and he must navigate the complexities of high society while technically being a "prisoner."
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April 17, 1927
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph Henabery
- Screenplay & Story
- William H. Clifford, Gerald C. Duffy
- Original Title
- See You in Jail
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Ray Rockett Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph Henabery
William H. Clifford, Gerald C. Duffy
George J. Folsey
Ray Rockett
Department Leadership Roster
Joseph Henabery
Director
Gerald C. Duffy
Writer
Ray Rockett
Producer
George J. Folsey
Director of Photography
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What is See You in Jail about?
Jerry Marsden, the son of a wealthy man, finds himself in a series of comedic misunderstandings. To prove a point or escape a social obligation, Jerry decides to take the place of his butler, who has been sentenced to a short stay in jail. While incarcerated, Jerry finds the experience surprisingly pleasant, as he receives special treatment and even manages to flirt with the jailer's daughter, Ruth Morrisey (Alice Day). Chaos ensues when his true identity is threatened and he must navigate the complexities of high society while technically being a "prisoner."
Who directed See You in Jail?
See You in Jail was directed by Joseph Henabery.
Who stars in See You in Jail?
The principal cast of See You in Jail includes Jack Mulhall, Alice Day, Mack Swain, George Fawcett, Crauford Kent.
When was See You in Jail released and how long is it?
See You in Jail was released in 1927 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.












