Movie Description
The Perfect Sap
(1927)Overview
Wealthy young Herbert Alden, a would-be detective, is practicing housebreaking with his valet, an ex-convict, when he meets George and Polly, two real thieves; they are discovered and, following a chase, they go to Herbert's city apartment. George arranges with one of them, Tony-the-Lizard, to rob the guests at a ball given by Herbert's father at his country home. Herbert discovers that Tony is Tracy Sutton, a social lion engaged to Herbert's sister Roberta; and believing Herbert to be a famous criminal, Tony seeks his advice.
Featured Crew
Cast
Herbert Alden
Ruth Webster
Tracy Sutton
Roberta Alden
Stephen Alden
Mrs. Stephen Alden
Fletcher
Nick Fanshaw
George Barrow
Cissie Alden
Polly Stoddard
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Facts
Original TitleThe Perfect Sap
Status Released
Release Information
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1927-01-23
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 01h 00m
Production CompaniesRay Rockett Productions
Genres
- Comedy
- Mystery
