Kid Speed (1924)
Avery DuPoys is a wealthy businessman, organising a race. He meets one of the competitors of the race, who is in love with DuPoys's daughter. Another competitor crashes into the action, who is also in love with DuPoys's daughter. DuPoys suggests that whoever wins the race will have the opportunity to visit his daughter every Wednesday night. An action-packed race commences, with one competitor doing more than usual to win the race.
Director: Larry Semon, Noel M. Smith
Genre: Comedy, Action
Runtime: 18 min
Release Date: November 16, 1924
Cast
- Larry Semon - The Speed Kid
- Dorothy Dwan - Lou DuPoys
- Oliver Hardy - Dangerous Dan McGraw
- Frank Alexander - Mr. Avery DuPoys
- Spencer Bell - The Speed Kid's Co-Driver (uncredited)
- William Hauber - Sheriff Phil O'Delfya
- James J. Jeffries - The Blacksmith
- Grover Ligon
Screenplay
Cinematography: Hans F. Koenekamp
Production: Larry Semon Productions, Chadwick Pictures Corporation
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Themes
Slapstick Comedy and Chaos, Slapstick Confusion and Misfortunes, Fun Physical Comedy
Keywords
car race, businessman, slapstick comedy, black and white, silent film, cross country race, short film
More Films by Director: Larry Semon, Noel M. Smith
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Kid Speed about?
- Avery DuPoys is a wealthy businessman, organising a race. He meets one of the competitors of the race, who is in love with DuPoys's daughter. Another competitor crashes into the action, who is also in love with DuPoys's daughter. DuPoys suggests that whoever wins the race will have the opportunity to visit his daughter every Wednesday night. An action-packed race commences, with one competitor doing more than usual to win the race.
- Who directed Kid Speed?
- Kid Speed was directed by Larry Semon, Noel M. Smith.
- Who stars in Kid Speed?
- Kid Speed stars Larry Semon, Dorothy Dwan, Oliver Hardy, Frank Alexander, Spencer Bell, William Hauber.
- How long is Kid Speed?
- Kid Speed has a runtime of 18m (18 minutes).
- What genre is Kid Speed?
- Kid Speed is a Comedy, Action film.
- Where was Kid Speed produced?
- Kid Speed was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Kid Speed?
- The themes of Kid Speed include: Slapstick Comedy and Chaos, Slapstick Confusion and Misfortunes, Fun Physical Comedy.