The read
It runs a compact 1h 1m.
Synopsis
Cappy Ricks, a crusty old sea captain, returns home from a long voyage to discover that his family and his business are in chaos--his daughter is set to marry a nitwit that he can't stand, and his future mother-in-law has taken over everything and is set to merge his business with that of a rival company. Worst of all, though, is that she--in the interests of "progress"--has completely automated his beloved ship, "Electra"!. He sets out to put an end to all this foolishness and comes up with what he thinks is a foolproof plan.
Ratings
IMDb5.5/10
8 audience votes
Key crew
- Lester ColeScreenplay
- Ralph StaubDirector
Cast
- Walter BrennanCappy Ricks
- Mary BrianFrances 'Frankie' Ricks
- Lyle TalbotBill Peck
- Frank ShieldsWaldo P. Bottomly Jr.
- Frank MeltonMatt Peasely
- Georgia CaineMrs. Amanda Peasely
Themes
shipwreckdeceptionsea captain