Mixed Flats

Mixed Flats
Ben Walker and Oliver Hardy (right) in a publicity still from Mixed Flats
Directed byWill Louis
(aka:Willard Louis)
Written byWill Louis
Produced byArthur Hotaling
StarringBen Walker
Release date
  • April 20, 1915 (1915-04-20)
CountryUnited States
LanguagesSilent film
English intertitles

Mixed Flats is a 1915 American silent comedy film featuring Oliver Hardy.

Plot

Jack Robbins hires a maid to clean his apartment before his wife arrives. The situation escalates into a series of comedic misunderstandings and chaotic events, with Oliver Hardy appearing as Bob White, contributing to the humor and mishaps. The film showcases early 20th-century American silent comedy, reflecting the humor and social dynamics of the time.

Cast

  • Ben Walker as Jack Robbins
  • Oliver Hardy as Bob White
  • Frances Ne Moyer as Mrs. Robbins
  • Mabel Paige as Slavey
  • Nellie Farron as Mrs. Blake
  • Ed Lawrence as Minister Blake
  • William H. Hopkins as A Janitor

Production

  • Director: Will Louis
  • Producer: Arthur Hotaling
  • Release date: April 20, 1915
  • Country: United States
  • Language: Silent (English intertitles)
  • Format: Black-and-white

Significance

  • Mixed Flats* is notable for featuring Oliver Hardy in an early role before he became famous as part of the comedy duo Laurel and Hardy. The film represents a classic example of early American silent short comedy.

See also

References

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