The Big Idea
Synopsis
A clerk in a failing antiques store gets a big idea on how to move the merchandise so that he can save the store and possibly win the girl.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 30, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hal Mohr, Gilbert Pratt
- Screenplay & Story
- Hal Mohr
- Original Title
- The Big Idea
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- Rolin Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hal Mohr, Gilbert Pratt
Hal Mohr
Hal Mohr
Della Mullady
Hal Roach
Department Leadership Roster
Hal Mohr
Director
Hal Mohr
Writer
Hal Mohr
Director of Photography
Gilbert Pratt
Director
Hal Roach
Producer
Della Mullady
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Idea
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What is The Big Idea about?
A clerk in a failing antiques store gets a big idea on how to move the merchandise so that he can save the store and possibly win the girl.
Who directed The Big Idea?
The Big Idea was directed by Hal Mohr, Gilbert Pratt.
Who stars in The Big Idea?
The principal cast of The Big Idea includes Harold Lloyd, Harry 'Snub' Pollard, Bebe Daniels, William Blaisdell, Lige Conley.
When was The Big Idea released and how long is it?
The Big Idea was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 9m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Big Idea?
The Big Idea holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).