Mack Sennett Collection Vol. 1 Season 1 Episode 24 Teddy At The Throttle
- April 15, 1917
- 26 min
Teddy At The Throttle is the 24th episode of season 1 of the Mack Sennett Collection Vol. 1. The episode follows the story of a wealthy young woman named Patricia O'Rourke, who stands to inherit a fortune from her father, but only if she marries. Patricia is in love with a young man, but her scheming uncle, played by Ford Sterling, plots to marry her off to a wealthy but unscrupulous suitor.
The episode starts with Patricia's father entrusting his attorney to deliver his fortune to Patricia on her 21st birthday, with the condition that she must be married before she is 21. Patricia is already in love with a young man, Bobby Vernon, but her uncle is determined to secure her fortune by marrying her off to another man. To further his plot, her uncle hires a group of thieves to kidnap Patricia while she is on her way to marry Vernon.
In the meantime, Teddy, a young girl who befriends Patricia, comes up with a plan to save her from the kidnappers. Teddy and her boyfriend discover the kidnappers' plot, and they create a trap using a train. Teddy disguises herself as a railway worker and convinces the kidnappers to steal a train engine. When they start moving along the tracks, Teddy and the trio of heroes are hot on their heels in another train.
A chase ensues, with Teddy and the heroes determined to thwart the kidnappers and save Patricia. The train chase is both funny and thrilling, as the heroes use every means at their disposal to keep the kidnappers from escaping. Finally, the kidnappers are apprehended, and Patricia is saved.
The Mack Sennett Collection Vol. 1 is a classic collection of silent comedies produced by legendary filmmaker Mack Sennett. Teddy At The Throttle is one of the most popular episodes from this collection, featuring a bold and daring female character at a time when female movie characters were largely confined to roles as damsels in distress. The episode is a classic silent comedy with a good dose of adventure and excitement, sure to delight audiences of all ages.
Overall, Teddy At The Throttle is a great example of the type of slapstick comedy that made Mack Sennett a legend in the film industry. The episode is fast-paced, funny, and full of surprises, making it a must-watch for fans of silent comedy and those looking for a lighthearted, entertaining escape. Viewers will fall in love with Teddy's plucky spirit and enjoy watching her and her friends bring the bad guys to justice. Whether a fan of classic films or just in the mood for a good comedy, Teddy At The Throttle is not to be missed.