The Nightwatchman's Mistake

192924mReleased

Comedy

Late silent installment in the "Handy Andy" series starring comedian Andy Clyde.

Released: Apr 15, 1929

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Johnny Burke

Handy Andy

Daphne Pollard

Mrs. Weatherby

Andy Clyde

Willie Wise

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