The read
It runs a compact 24m.
Synopsis
After being discharged from the 372nd infantry, on account of a bean shortage, smithy seeks employment. He finds a job on a construction site, where he helps to build a house, and soon causes havoc amongst the other workers. The construction company owner leaves for a week, and tells his secretary to send a letter to Mr. Smith telling him to complete the construction of the house while he (the owner) is away. The letter is accidently sent to Smithy who manages to complete the house. When the owner returns the house is complete, and Smithy is commended until the last support beam is removed...
Ratings
IMDb5.7/10
10 audience votes
Key crew
- George JeskeDirector
- Hal RoachDirector
Cast
- Stan LaurelSmithy
- James FinlaysonSergeant
- William GillespieThe Boss
- Ena GregorySecretary
- Charlie HallWorker
- Fred Karno Jr.Worker
- Marvin LobackWorker
- Glenn TryonMr. Smith
- George RoweWorker
- Jack GavinForeman
- Sammy BrooksMan in Employment Line
- Jack AckroydCast