Special Delivery (1922 film)
Special Delivery is a 1922 American comedy film directed by Roscoe Arbuckle. It was Arbuckle's first film as a director, albeit uncredited, following his acquittal of the manslaughter of Virginia Rappe. A print of the film survives in the film archive of the Museum of Modern Art.[1]
| Special Delivery | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Roscoe Arbuckle (uncredited) |
| Starring | Al St. John |
| Distributed by | Fox Film Corporation |
Release date |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | Silent (English intertitles) |
Plot
As described in a film magazine,[2] Al is told to deliver a radiophone message to a certain businessman. A gang of wicked looking plotters endeavor to capture him and steal the message. After a long chase involving Al's trick bicycle, the Sunshine lions of Fox studios, and scenes at the top of a tall building, Al safely delivers the message and the thugs are arrested.
Cast
- Al St. John
- Vernon Dent
- Billy Engle
- Tiny Ward
See also
References
- "Progressive Silent Film List: Special Delivery". silentera.com. Retrieved March 15, 2010.
- "Reviews: Special Delivery". Exhibitors Herald. New York City: Exhibitors Herald Company. 14 (22): 50. May 27, 1922.
External links
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