Blue Skies
“Two foundlings find love!”
Synopsis
Better known for her work in talkie "weepers," Helen Twelvetrees made a few preliminary appearances in such late silent films as Fox's Blue Skies. The audience was expected to believe that the twentysomething Twelvetrees and Frank Albertson are teenagers living together platonically in an orphan asylum. A wealthy old man comes calling to adopt Albertson -- who, feeling sorry for Twelvetrees, trades places with the girl. Thus it is that the heroine is carted off to a luxurious mansion, while Albertson remains behind. One year later, the old man discovers Albertson's deception, whereupon he invites the boy to live with him as well. By this time, Twelvetrees and Albertson are of marriageable age, thus the film ends with a wedding in the offing.
Top Cast
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Carmencita Johnson
Dorothy May (age 6) (episode 1)
Freddie Burke Frederick
Richard Lewis (age 8)
Ethel Wales
Matron (episode 1)
Helen Twelvetrees
Dorothy May (episode 2)
Frank Albertson
Richard Lewis (episode 2)
Rosa Gore
Nellie Crouch (episode 2)
William Orlamond
Janitor
E.H. Calvert
Mr. Semple Jones (episode 1)
Evelyn Hall
Mrs. Semple Jones (episode 1)
Claude King
Richard Danforth (episode 2)
Adele Watson
First Assistant Matron (episode 1)
Helen Jerome Eddy
Second Assistant Matron (episode 2)
Coy Watson Jr.
Dickie Moore
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 16, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alfred L. Werker
- Screenplay & Story
- John Stone, Frederick Hazlitt Brennan
- Original Title
- Blue Skies
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alfred L. Werker
John Stone, Frederick Hazlitt Brennan
Department Leadership Roster
Alfred L. Werker
Director
John Stone
Writer
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 Blue Skies
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Blue Skies about?
Better known for her work in talkie "weepers," Helen Twelvetrees made a few preliminary appearances in such late silent films as Fox's Blue Skies. The audience was expected to believe that the twentysomething Twelvetrees and Frank Albertson are teenagers living together platonically in an orphan asylum. A wealthy old man comes calling to adopt Albertson -- who, feeling sorry for Twelvetrees, trades places with the girl. Thus it is that the heroine is carted off to a luxurious mansion, while Albertson remains behind. One year later, the old man discovers Albertson's deception, whereupon he invites the boy to live with him as well. By this time, Twelvetrees and Albertson are of marriageable age, thus the film ends with a wedding in the offing.
Who directed Blue Skies?
Blue Skies was directed by Alfred L. Werker.
Who stars in Blue Skies?
The principal cast of Blue Skies includes Carmencita Johnson, Freddie Burke Frederick, Ethel Wales, Helen Twelvetrees, Frank Albertson.
When was Blue Skies released and how long is it?
Blue Skies was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Blue Skies?
Blue Skies holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).