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IMDbNR191850mUnited States of America

Come on In

Synopsis

A patriotic but short American man tries without luck to qualify for the Army, but can't get in until a knock on the head raises a lump high enough for him to pass the height requirement. Meanwhile, his lady friend decides to become a Secret Service agent, though she is unable to keep the fact a secret, even from the German spies she hopes to apprehend.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

September 22, 1918

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
John Emerson
Screenplay & Story
Anita Loos, John Emerson
Original Title
Come on In
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
50m
Production Studios
John Emerson & Anita Loos Productions, Famous Players-Lasky Corporation

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

John Emerson

Screenplay & Story

Anita Loos, John Emerson

Department Leadership Roster

Anita Loos

Anita Loos

Writer

John Emerson

John Emerson

Writer

John Emerson

John Emerson

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Come on In.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Come on In

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Come on In about?

A patriotic but short American man tries without luck to qualify for the Army, but can't get in until a knock on the head raises a lump high enough for him to pass the height requirement. Meanwhile, his lady friend decides to become a Secret Service agent, though she is unable to keep the fact a secret, even from the German spies she hopes to apprehend.

Who directed Come on In?

Come on In was directed by John Emerson.

Who stars in Come on In?

The principal cast of Come on In includes Shirley Mason, Ernest Truex, Carl De Planta, Joseph Burke, Renault Tourneur.

When was Come on In released and how long is it?

Come on In was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Come on In?

Come on In holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).