17 Apr 1924
Sherlock Jr.
A film projectionist longs to be a detective, and puts his meagre skills to work when he is framed by a rival for stealing his girlfriend's father's pocketwatch.
The Projectionist
A projectionist bored with his everyday life begins fantasizing about his being one of the superheroes he sees in the movies he shows.
Top Billed Cast
Chuck McCann Projectionist / Captain Flash
Rodney Dangerfield Renaldi / The Bat
Ina Balin The Girl
Jára Kohout Candy Man / Scientist
Lucky Kargo Usher / Henchman
Sam Stewart Usher / Henchman
Robert Lee Usher / Henchman
Robert Staats The Pitchman
Rita Bennett Harem Girl (uncredited)
Robert King The Premiere M.C.
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