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Something to Do

1919 · 50 min · ★ 7.0 · Adventure, Drama

Soon after wealthy idler Jack Merrill is convinced by his doctor to get involved in some activity to fight off his ennui, he discovers that his valet Thompson has been masquerading as Lord Sidney at the home of Mrs. Parkin. Jack goes to a reception there in the guise of a British earl and discovers that most of the guests are also fakes.

Directed by Donald Crisp · Written by Maximilian Foster

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