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William Thompson and John Smith occupied offices in the same New York skyscraper, and both being seized with an irrepressible desire to cut loose and paint things crimson, arranged it as follows in this Biograph picture. Thompson sent a message to his wife that his friend Smith was ill, and it was his duty to perform that spiritual work of mercy, "comfort the afflicted," hence he would not have her wait up for him as he might be late. Smith did likewise, using Thompson as the object of his humane consideration. This done, they start off to make a night of it. First they visit the gilded throne room of a temple of Bacchus, where they moisten their parched spirits with dry Martinis. They are soon in a most glorious condition. Smith suggests the show where "Amateur Night" is on. - Written by Moving Picture World synopsis

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What is Thompson's Night Out (1908) about?

William Thompson and John Smith occupied offices in the same New York skyscraper, and both being seized with an irrepressible desire to cut loose and paint things crimson, arranged it as follows in this Biograph picture. Thompson sent a message to his wife that his friend Smith was ill, and it was his duty to perform that spiritual work of mercy, "comfort the afflicted," hence he would not have…

Who stars in Thompson's Night Out?

Thompson's Night Out stars Anthony O'Sullivan (William Thompson), Edward Dillon (John Smith), Gene Gauntier (Mrs. Smith), Robert Harron (Sign Changer), Mack Sennett (Theatre Bouncer). The film was directed by Wallace McCutcheon Sr..

How long is Thompson's Night Out?

Thompson's Night Out has a runtime of 8 min and premiered in 1908.

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