The Bargain of the Century (1933): Cast
The Bargain of the Century is a 1933 short comedy directed by Charley Chase, starring Thelma Todd as Thelma, May Wallace and Billy Gilbert. It runs 19 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 19 min
- Director
- Charley Chase
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Hal Roach Studios
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Bargain of the Century About?
The premise of The Bargain of the Century without spoilers.
A breezy comedy short starring ZaSu Pitts and Thelma Todd. After accidentally causing their policeman friend to be dismissed, the duo scramble to devise a scheme to get him rehired, fearing he might become an unwanted roommate. Their antics blend quick dialogue and slapstick humor.
The Bargain of the Century Themes & Keywords
· 1 tag- motorcycle cop
The Bargain of the Century Cast & Characters
Thelma Todd leads the cast as Thelma, with May Wallace as Bargain Shopper and Billy Gilbert as Captain Schmaltz. Directed by Charley Chase; 8 actors are credited in all.
- Director Charley Chase
- Thelma Todd as Thelma
- May Wallace as Bargain Shopper
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Billy Gilbert as Captain Schmaltz - Zasu Pitts as Zasu
Also Starring in The Bargain of the Century
· 4 more- Harry Bernard Lieutenant Finnegan
- James P. Burtis Officer Butterworth
- Fay Holderness Elmer's Wife
- Frank Alexander Elmer - Customer
More from Charley Chase
More films directed by Charley Chase: Saved by the Belle, Flat Foot Stooges, Mutts to You and Violent Is the Word for Curly.
Cars in The Bargain of the Century
3 cars on screen, including the 1930 American Austin Coupe and the 1931 Henderson Model KJ Police.
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1930 American Austin Coupe Important role -
1931 Henderson Model KJ Police Important role -
unknown Background role
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Movies Like The Bargain of the Century
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Bargain Day, Bargain Madness and The Battle of the Century.
The Bargain of the Century FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Bargain of the Century, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Bargain of the Century?
The Bargain of the Century runs 19 minutes.
When was The Bargain of the Century released?
The Bargain of the Century was released on April 8, 1933.
Who directed The Bargain of the Century?
The Bargain of the Century was directed by Charley Chase.
More films by Charley Chase Who is in the cast of The Bargain of the Century?
The Bargain of the Century stars Thelma Todd as Thelma, May Wallace as Bargain Shopper and Billy Gilbert as Captain Schmaltz, among 8 credited actors.
Does The Bargain of the Century have a post-credit scene?
No. The Bargain of the Century has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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