The Riker's Ghost

A penniless young man, desperate for money, attempts to scare a wealthy man by pretending to be a ghost. His plan goes awry when the wealthy man's daughter falls for him, and the real ghost of the house appears.

As a silent short film from the 1920s, critical reception is difficult to ascertain in modern terms. However, it is generally regarded as a competent early effort from Stan Laurel, showcasing his developing comedic talent. Audience reception would have been positive in its time, typical for short comedies distributed in theaters.

• Early showcase for Stan Laurel's physical comedy.
• A simple, albeit amusing, plot typical of silent shorts.
• Enjoyable for fans of early silent film comedy.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this short film are scarce due to its age. Those that exist generally appreciate it as a charming example of early silent comedy.

This film is notable for being one of Stan Laurel's earliest starring roles before his legendary partnership with Oliver Hardy.