No Father to Guide Him
Seen it?1925 | 19 min | Comedy
Monday Morning Maybeearly ratingWhy it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
With a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Best for people who need a good giggle. Good for nights when you want to switch off and laugh.
- The mood
- Light and funny.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 19 min. Done before bedtime.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1925: an older pace and style.
- Not the pick if you want something heavy or meaningful.
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.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
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Cast & crew
Directed by Leo McCarey
- Charley ChaseJimmy Jump
- Katherine GrantJimmy's Wife
- Mickey BennettThe Jump Son
- Josephine CrowellJimmy's Mother-in-Law
- Duke KahanamokuThe Lifeguard
- William ColvinCop (uncredited)
- Jack GavinClothing Store Manager (uncredited)
- Bull MontanaWanted Kidnapper in Photo (uncredited)
- Lyle TayoMilk Customer (uncredited)
- Leo WillisDetective (uncredited)