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Humor Risk (1921)

Movie ★ 9.0 24 min

Harpo played the hero, a detective named Watson who "made his entrance in a high hat, sliding down a coal chute into the basement". Groucho played an "old movie" villain, who "sported a long moustache and was clad in black", while Chico was probably his "chuckling [Italian] henchman". Zeppo portrayed a playboy who was the owner of a nightclub in which most of the action took place, including "a cabaret, [which allowed] the inclusion of a dance number". The final shot showed Groucho "in ball and chain, trudging slowly off into the gloaming". Harpo, in a rare moment of romantic glory, gets the girl in the end. This film is lost.

Richard Smith Director Jo Swerling Writer

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Quick facts

Released
December 1, 1921
Runtime
24 min
Rating
G
Budget
$6,000
IMDb
tt0209031
Language
Studio
Caravel Comedies

Cast

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Frequently asked questions

What is Humor Risk about?
Harpo played the hero, a detective named Watson who "made his entrance in a high hat, sliding down a coal chute into the basement". Groucho played an "old movie" villain, who "sported a long moustache and was clad in black", while Chico was probably his "chuckling [Italian] henchman". Zeppo portrayed a playboy who was the owner of a nightclub in which most of the action took place, including "a cabaret, [which allowed] the inclusion of a dance number". The final shot showed Groucho "in ball and chain, trudging slowly off into the gloaming". Harpo, in a rare moment of romantic glory, gets the girl in the end. This film is lost.
Who directed Humor Risk?
Humor Risk was directed by Richard Smith.
Who stars in Humor Risk?
Humor Risk stars Groucho Marx, Harpo Marx, Chico Marx, Zeppo Marx.
When was Humor Risk released?
Humor Risk is a 1921 comedy film.
Where can I watch Humor Risk?
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