The Chief Cook
Synopsis
The film opens in the lobby of a small hotel, where the desk clerk/owner (Budd Ross) is addressing three members of staff: the cook, the waiter and the bellboy. It is obvious from their reactions, particularly the cook (Leo White) that whatever was said did not go down too well. His animated arms knock down the man standing behind him repeatedly until all three servants simultaneously quit. They storm off into the adjoining kitchen where a slavery maid (Blanche White) is on the floor scrubbing the floor. The men all trip over her, moan briefly and then leave.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 30, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arvid E. Gillstrom
- Screenplay & Story
- Rex Taylor
- Original Title
- The Chief Cook
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 25m
- Production Studios
- King Bee Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arvid E. Gillstrom
Rex Taylor
Herman Obrock Jr.
Louis Burstein
Department Leadership Roster
Arvid E. Gillstrom
Director
Louis Burstein
Producer
Rex Taylor
Writer
Herman Obrock Jr.
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Chief Cook
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What is The Chief Cook about?
The film opens in the lobby of a small hotel, where the desk clerk/owner (Budd Ross) is addressing three members of staff: the cook, the waiter and the bellboy. It is obvious from their reactions, particularly the cook (Leo White) that whatever was said did not go down too well. His animated arms knock down the man standing behind him repeatedly until all three servants simultaneously quit. They storm off into the adjoining kitchen where a slavery maid (Blanche White) is on the floor scrubbing the floor. The men all trip over her, moan briefly and then leave.
Who directed The Chief Cook?
The Chief Cook was directed by Arvid E. Gillstrom.
Who stars in The Chief Cook?
The principal cast of The Chief Cook includes Billy West, Bud Ross, Oliver Hardy, Joe Cohen, Leo White.
When was The Chief Cook released and how long is it?
The Chief Cook was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 25m.