After being diagnosed with a terminal illness, a man decides to embark on a cross-country journey to find meaning in his life and discover what truly matters to him. Along the way, he encounters various adventures and obstacles that test his determination and force him to confront his fears.
A Lothario tries to get arrested as protection from the gangster husband who has threatened him.
Desperate for work, Johnny Barclay leaves Ma and Grandpop to join the newly formed Civilian Conversation Corps. On the way he meets cynical young hobo Roscoe "Rockie" Johnson, and, although Rockie believes that hopping freight trains is a great life, Johnny convinces him to join the Corps.
In 'The Bank Dick', W.C. Fields plays Egbert Sousè, a lovable drunk who accidentally becomes the hero of a bank robbery when he thwarts the criminals. Along the way, he deals with a domineering wife, a nagging daughter, and a job as a bank examiner. With his characteristic wit and charm, Sousè navigates through hilarious misadventures, ultimately saving the day.
Day Dreams is a silent comedy film about a stock-broker who daydreams about various scenarios during work, leading to chaotic and comedic situations. The film showcases slapstick comedy and visual humor, with memorable scenes involving a riverboat, police chases, and a hilarious encounter with a skunk. Set in Manhattan, New York City, the story takes place in the bustling world of Wall Street, where the protagonist's daydreams often interrupt his daily routine and lead to unexpected consequences.
In the frontier town of Convict's Roost, a con-man and a bandit pretend to be husband and wife as they navigate a series of hilarious situations involving a sheriff, a jail, a farce of a marriage, a newspaper office, and a bar.
The story of a kindly old lady, her involvement with midget race cars and their drivers.
A young man in a small town wins $5000 in a radio contest. He goes to New York City to propose to his girlfriend, but gets mixed up with a crooked attorney and two con men...
In this silent film comedy, a police officer in New York City gets involved in various adventures, including chasing criminals, dealing with a pickpocket, and trying to impress the mayor's daughter.
Three Ages is a silent comedy anthology that tells three stories set in different time periods: the Stone Age, Ancient Rome, and the modern era. Each story follows a love triangle involving a caveman, a Roman, and a modern man. The film showcases the similarities and differences between cultures across different time periods.
Private Buckaroo is a comedy musical film set during World War II. It follows the story of a group of draftees who join the army and find themselves facing various challenges, including a strict drill sergeant. The film also features musical numbers and showcases the talents of a dance team. Throughout the movie, the characters navigate through the turmoil of army life while dealing with personal relationships and the impact of the war.
A woman convicted of fraud aims to take her revenge on the man who put her inside after being released on parole.
There is harmony in The Café until it is accidentally discovered that lovely Mary has had a fortune left her, whereupon Beery, the proprietor, Trask and Murray, two entertainers, all race to her home with the idea of marrying her.
The dog catcher of the title is arrow-narrow Slim , and his "love" is pert Peggy. Alas, his rival is handsome bow-wow fancier E.R. Ketchum, whose luck with women borders on the fantastic.
Ole Olsen and Chic Johnson are Broadway stars who return to Universal Studios to make another movie. The mere mention of Olsen and Johnson's names evacuates the studio and terrorizes the management and personnel. Undaunted, the comedians hire an assistant director and unknown talent, and set out to make their own movie.
Mack Sennett comedy short subject spoofing filmmaking, with girls, lions, and limburger cheese.
The Andrews Sisters headline this musical. They play the lead act at a popular nightclub. The trouble begins when they hire a few students from a financially foundering dance school for their newest production. One of the dancers, a rich young socialite, desperately wants to be in it too, but her prurient maiden aunts refuse to allow her to disgrace their family by becoming a common chorine. She and the club owner (who must have the aunt's permission because the girl is underage) try to convince them, but it's not easy.
Never Give a Sucker an Even Break is a comedy film released in 1941. It follows the story of a man who experiences various misadventures in the movie industry, while trying to help his aspiring actress niece. The film showcases the absurdity and challenges of Hollywood's movie-making process.
Convict 13 is a comedy silent film directed by Buster Keaton. The film revolves around a man who is mistakenly identified as an escaped prisoner and is sent to prison. While in prison, he must navigate through dangerous situations and try to escape. With the help of comedic visual gags and slapstick comedy, the protagonist uses his wit and resourcefulness to outsmart the guards and villains, ultimately proving his innocence.
In this silent film, a man dreams of being a cowboy in the frozen north of Alaska. He gets into various comedic situations and struggles, including being mistaken for a criminal and getting involved in an attempted robbery. Eventually, he wakes up in the cinema to find it was all a dream.