Slippery Jim
Originally released in 1910. Slippery Jim is a fantasy/comedy film. directed by Ferdinand Zecca. At just 9 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Apparently inspired by the antics of Harry Houdini, Slippery Jim opens in the office of a police commissioner to whom a rather cocky villain is presented. The commissioner orders the prisoner to be clapped in irons, but this proves to be easier said than done because our anti-hero - presumably the Slippery Jim of the title - proves to be an expert escapologist.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 16, 1910
115 years ago
Runtime
0h 9m
9 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (6 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Pathé Frères
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slippery Jim about?
Apparently inspired by the antics of Harry Houdini, Slippery Jim opens in the office of a police commissioner to whom a rather cocky villain is presented. The commissioner orders the prisoner to be...
Who directed Slippery Jim?
Slippery Jim was directed by Ferdinand Zecca.
How long is Slippery Jim?
Slippery Jim has a runtime of 0 hours and 9 minutes (9 minutes total).
When was Slippery Jim released?
Slippery Jim was released on May 16, 1910 in theaters.