The Chief

The Chief

1933 · 65 min · ★ 5.5 · Comedy

The dim-witted son of a heroic fire chief tries to follow in his late father's footsteps, only to become the unknowing pawn of corrupt politicians.

Directed by Charles Reisner · Written by Arthur Caesar

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