The Wise Kid
Synopsis
Rosie Cooper is a cashier in a cheap restaurant and among those she favors is ... Smith, the bakery boy. Rose is a 'wise kid' all right, but it takes her some time to see through a shiny young thin model gent... The girl entertains his advances because he means romance to her. But he proves his shallow character and Rosie is glad to turn to Jimmy, the bakery youth.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 13, 1922
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tod Browning
- Screenplay & Story
- William Slavens McNutt, Wallace Clifton
- Original Title
- The Wise Kid
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tod Browning
William Slavens McNutt, Wallace Clifton
Department Leadership Roster
Tod Browning
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Wise Kid
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What is The Wise Kid about?
Rosie Cooper is a cashier in a cheap restaurant and among those she favors is ... Smith, the bakery boy. Rose is a 'wise kid' all right, but it takes her some time to see through a shiny young thin model gent... The girl entertains his advances because he means romance to her. But he proves his shallow character and Rosie is glad to turn to Jimmy, the bakery youth.
Who directed The Wise Kid?
The Wise Kid was directed by Tod Browning.
Who stars in The Wise Kid?
The principal cast of The Wise Kid includes Gladys Walton, David Butler, Hallam Cooley, Henry A. Barrows, Hector V. Sarno.
When was The Wise Kid released and how long is it?
The Wise Kid was released in 1922 with a total runtime of 50m.