

One of the Smiths
Synopsis
Charley, representing a manufacturer of musical instruments, is sent to investigate why certain mail orders have not been settled. Charley, carrying multiple bulky instruments, boards a train and gives the conductor, the porter, and the passengers a terrible night as he tries to settle into his upper berth. Arriving at his rural destination of Beaver Dam, Charley masquerades as a hillbilly to track down the missing instruments. At the barn dance, he sings "Handsome Jim."
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May 23, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Parrott
- Screenplay & Story
- H.M. Walker
- Original Title
- One of the Smiths
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 26m
- Production Studios
- Hal Roach Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Parrott
H.M. Walker
Richard C. Currier
Hal Roach
Department Leadership Roster
James Parrott
Director
Hal Roach
Producer
Richard C. Currier
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About One of the Smiths
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is One of the Smiths about?
Charley, representing a manufacturer of musical instruments, is sent to investigate why certain mail orders have not been settled. Charley, carrying multiple bulky instruments, boards a train and gives the conductor, the porter, and the passengers a terrible night as he tries to settle into his upper berth. Arriving at his rural destination of Beaver Dam, Charley masquerades as a hillbilly to track down the missing instruments. At the barn dance, he sings "Handsome Jim."
Who directed One of the Smiths?
One of the Smiths was directed by James Parrott.
Who stars in One of the Smiths?
The principal cast of One of the Smiths includes Charley Chase, James Finlayson, Louise Carver, Charlie Hall.
When was One of the Smiths released and how long is it?
One of the Smiths was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 26m.
