Movie Description
When Samuel Skidded
(1915)Overview
While boarding a streetcar, wealthy, middle-aged Samuel Peckham slips, and the car starting up suddenly, throws him to the street. The only injury he suffers is a ruined suit of clothes, but his wife Maria insists he ought to make some money out of the mishap. Though the company offers a nominal amount to settle Maria insists on the full $50,000 they asked for or they will sue! The company hires a young lady detective to get proof and once she entices Samuel to tango the jig is up!
Featured Crew
Cast
Mrs. Samuel Peckham
The Lady Detective
Samuel Peckham
Judge
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Facts
Original TitleWhen Samuel Skidded
Status Released
Release Information
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1915-02-22
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 00h 19m
Production CompaniesVitagraph Company of America
Genres
- Comedy
