The Better 'Ole
The adventures of Old Bill and his friends Bert and Alf in the trenches of the first World War.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1926 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Comedy, Drama, War |
| Director | Charles Reisner |
| Runtime | 95 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.0/10 (6 votes) |
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The film constructs a delicate balance between slapstick humor and the grim reality of trench warfare. It relies on the chemistry of its central trio to explore resilience and camaraderie in the face of absurdity.
What lingers after the laughter fades is a poignant respect for the small, human victories within the great tragedy. It’s a comedy with a soul of weary experience. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Charles Reisner
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With a warm drink in hand, prepared for both laughter and a touch of solemn reflection.
🎭 Cast
Syd Chaplin
Private William 'Old Bill' Busby
Harold Goodwin
Bert Chester - British Secret Service
Jack Ackroyd
Alfie 'Little Alf'
Edgar Kennedy
Corporal Austin
Charles K. Gerrard
Major Russett
Arthur Clayton
The Colonel (uncredited)
Doris Hill
Joan (uncredited)
Olaf Hytten
German Officer (uncredited)
Tom Kennedy
The Blacksmith (uncredited)
Theodore Lorch
Gaspard (uncredited)
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