Mixed Flats
| Mixed Flats | |
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Ben Walker and Oliver Hardy (right) in a publicity still from Mixed Flats | |
| Directed by | Will Louis (aka:Willard Louis) |
| Written by | Will Louis |
| Produced by | Arthur Hotaling |
| Starring | Ben Walker |
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| Country | United States |
| Languages | Silent film English intertitles |
Mixed Flats is a 1915 American silent comedy film featuring Oliver Hardy.
Plot
Jack Robbins hires a maid to clean his apartment before his wife arrives. The situation escalates into a series of comedic misunderstandings and chaotic events, with Oliver Hardy appearing as Bob White, contributing to the humor and mishaps. The film showcases early 20th-century American silent comedy, reflecting the humor and social dynamics of the time.[1]
Cast
- Ben Walker as Jack Robbins
- Oliver Hardy as Bob White
- Frances Ne Moyer as Mrs. Robbins
- Mabel Paige as Slavey
- Nellie Farron as Mrs. Blake
- Ed Lawrence as Minister Blake
- William H. Hopkins as A Janitor[2]
Production
- Director: Will Louis
- Producer: Arthur Hotaling
- Release date: April 20, 1915
- Country: United States
- Language: Silent (English intertitles)
- Format: Black-and-white[3]
Significance
- Mixed Flats* is notable for featuring Oliver Hardy in an early role before he became famous as part of the comedy duo Laurel and Hardy. The film represents a classic example of early American silent short comedy.[4]
See also
References
- ^ "Mixed Flats (1915) - IMDb". IMDb. Retrieved August 25, 2025.
- ^ "Mixed Flats (1915) - Full Cast & Crew". IMDb. Retrieved August 25, 2025.
- ^ "Mixed Flats (1915) - IMDb". IMDb. Retrieved August 25, 2025.
- ^ "Oliver Hardy filmography". IMDb. Retrieved August 25, 2025.
External links
- Mixed Flats at IMDb