When Knights Were Cold

When Knights Were Cold

20 mins | Comedy | Feb. 12, 1923

Though only the second half survives, here's a synopsis of what's left: Stan is a Robin Hood-type character in a medieval walled town. He's chased by an army of knights, but both he and his pursuers ride music-hall half-horse costumes in lieu of real steads. He proceeds to fight, Fairbanks-like, dozens of swordsmen at once, and defeats his rival one-on-one, leaving him to marry the princess in a state ceremony.

When Knights Were Cold

20 mins | Comedy | Feb. 12, 1923

When Knights Were Cold
Though only the second half survives, here's a synopsis of what's left: Stan is a Robin Hood-type character in a medieval walled town. He's chased by an army of knights, but both he and his pursuers ride music-hall half-horse costumes in lieu of real steads. He proceeds to fight, Fairbanks-like, dozens of swordsmen at once, and defeats his rival one-on-one, leaving him to marry the princess in a state ceremony.
Producers Quality Film Productions
Original title When Knights Were Cold
Directors Frank Fouce
Writers

Cast

Stan Laurel

as Lord Helpus, a Slippery Knight

Mae Laurel

as Countess Out, a Classy Eve

Catherine Bennett

as Princess Elizabeth New Jersey, a Swell Eve

Billy Armstrong

as Earl of Tabasco, a Hot Knight (as William Armstrong)

Scotty MacGregor

as Sir Chief Raspberry, a Rough Knight

Will Bovis

as Duke of Sirloin, a Tough Knight

Stanhope Wheatcroft

as Prince of Pluto, a Bad Knight

Harry De More

as King Epsom, a Good Knight

Dot Farley

as (uncredited)