“The Sting of Stings” (1927) starring Charley Chase / Z-View

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The Sting of Stings (1927)

Director: James Parrott

Screenplay:  H.M. Walker

Stars:  Charley Chase, Enda Marion, Bull Montana.

Tagline: None.

The Plot…

Charley and Edna decide to share their good fortune by taking a group of young underprivileged boys to the carnival.  The youngsters chosen all come from the local juvenile hall.

After several mishaps, Charley and crew arrive at the carnival.  There the fair’s monkey-man sees his son with Charley, a stranger.  Thinking his son has been kidnapped, the carnival worker becomes one angry monkey.

What else could go wrong?  A lot.

Thoughts (beware of spoilers)…

The carnival gags are fun… especially when Charley’s new car gets a spin on the Ferris Wheel.

The Sting of Stings (1927) rates 4 of 5 stars.