The Slippery Pearls

Star-packed promotional short subject intended to raise funds for the National Variety Artists tuberculosis sanatarium...
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The Slippery Pearls



Star-packed promotional short subject intended to raise funds for the National Variety Artists tuberculosis sanatarium, produced in association with a cigarette company! Plot involves the investigation of the reported theft of Norma Shearer's jewelry. Laurel & Hardy appear briefly (as does every other cast member) as two detectives. Written by Paul Penna <tterrace@wco.com>





In a Los Angeles police station, it is reported! that Norma Shearer's pearls have been stolen. A detective is sent to the actress' home to interrogate party guests, most of whom are famous Hollywood stars. The detective ends up chasing leads all over town, ending up at a movie studio, where he learns the truth behind "the slippery pearls." Written by Jim Beaver <jumblejim@prodigy.net>

Genres: Comedy Short

Release year: 1931