The Smart Set

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The Smart Set

"WILLIAM HAINES IN A PICTURE THAT LIFTS THE LID ON THE DOINGS OF THE GAY, GIDDY YOUNGER SOCIETY CROWD"

1928

1h 20m

5.6(6 votes)

Comedy

Overview

A cocky, arrogant young playboy is expelled from his American polo team shortly before the big match with England.

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Cast & Crew

15 members

Acting

William Haines

Tommy Van Buren

Acting

Alice Day

Polly Durant

Acting

Jack Holt

Nelson

Acting

Hobart Bosworth

Durant

Acting

Coy Watson Jr.

Sammy

Acting

Constance Howard

Cynthia

Acting

Paul Nicholson

Mr. Van Buren

Acting

Julia Swayne Gordon

Mrs. Van Buren

Acting

Allan Cavan

Host at Red Lantern Inn

No Image

Acting

Harry Gribbon

Tommy's Valet

Acting

Herbert Prior

Beleaguered Diner

Acting

Scott Seaton

Minor Role

Acting

Harry Tenbrook

Tommy's Chauffeur

Acting

Ellinor Vanderveer

Party Guest

Acting

Blue Washington

Polo Fan

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