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No Father to Guide Him (1925)

Movie ★ 6.8 19 min

Comedy

Charley's battle-axe mother-in-law breaks up his marriage and tries to separate him from his son. Charlie abducts the boy for a father-son outing to the beach. The mother-in-law pursues and comedy ensues.

Leo McCarey Director

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Quick facts

Released
September 5, 1925
Runtime
19 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0016163
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Themes

Cast

Charley Chase Charley Chase Jimmy Jump Katherine Grant Katherine Grant Jimmy's Wife Mickey Bennett Mickey Bennett The Jump Son Josephine Crowell Josephine Crowell Jimmy's Mother-in-Law Duke Kahanamoku Duke Kahanamoku The Lifeguard William Colvin William Colvin Cop (uncredited) Jack Gavin Jack Gavin Clothing Store Manager (uncredited) Bull Montana Bull Montana Wanted Kidnapper in Photo (uncredited) Lyle Tayo Lyle Tayo Milk Customer (uncredited) Leo Willis Leo Willis Detective (uncredited) Fay Wray Fay Wray Beach House Cashier (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is No Father to Guide Him about?
Charley's battle-axe mother-in-law breaks up his marriage and tries to separate him from his son. Charlie abducts the boy for a father-son outing to the beach. The mother-in-law pursues and comedy ensues.
Who directed No Father to Guide Him?
No Father to Guide Him was directed by Leo McCarey.
Who stars in No Father to Guide Him?
No Father to Guide Him stars Charley Chase, Katherine Grant, Mickey Bennett, Josephine Crowell.
When was No Father to Guide Him released?
No Father to Guide Him is a 1925 comedy film.
Where can I watch No Father to Guide Him?
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