Recommendations
Senior Film Conservator

The United States-born brilliance of That's Rich offers a unique cult status, the profound questions raised in 1924 still require cinematic answers today. Our curated selection of recommendations echoes the very essence of That's Rich.
In the Pantheon of Comedy cinema, That's Rich to provide a definitive example of Noel M. Smith's stylistic genius.
Arthur is a much-abused foster child who is forced to do nearly all the work, not only around the house but in his adopted father's garage as well. A man informs the foster father that the boy is heir to a million and for a brief space nothing is too good for him, until it develops that the chap is an inmate of an asylum for the insane.
Based on the unique cult status of That's Rich, our vault has identified these titles as the most compelling follow-up experiences for fans of Comedy cinema:
Dir: Noel M. Smith
A fascinating piece of cinema that shares thematic elements.
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Dir: Richard Smith
Two female candidates for Chief of Police live across the hall from each other, and their political rivalry follows them home, leading to plenty of hi-jinks.
Dir: Lloyd Ingraham
While walking along the street one day, Arthur P. Hampton, an impoverished young doctor, and his chums, Stub Masters and Johnny Stokes, are persuaded to part with their last remaining funds by tag day solicitor Mary Jane Smith, with whom the doctor promptly falls in love. Doc's friends then hit upon a get-rich-quick scheme. Knowing that his Uncle George has promised a large sum of money upon his nephew's marriage, they persuade Doc to send out fake wedding invitations naming Mary Jane as the blushing bride. Uncle George, elated at the good news, writes to Mary Jane's aunt, Angelica Burns, an old sweetheart, to invite Mary Jane and Angelica to be his guests on an ocean voyage. Meanwhile, Mary Jane pays a visit to the doctor's office and, upon seeing the wedding invitations, becomes so flustered that she trips and sprains her ankle. Doc comes to her rescue and then begs her to pose as his wife. She agrees, but at ship-side, Stub and Johnnie confess all to Uncle George, who flies into a rage until Doc announces that he and Mary Jane have chosen a wedding at sea.
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Dir: Noel M. Smith
Jimmy trips through the rain and mud, until he comes upon Dr. Nerve, who is coaxing his "canon hall express", in the form of a two-seater, to move on, Jimmy meets Kellie, the nifty nurse and flirts with her. He is chased from the hospital by Dr. Nerve. Wishing to be near the nurse, he tries to wreck himself, finally enters the hospital through the aid of one of the doctor's tools. Unable to cover the expense of his examination, he is forced to work it out. His novel way of treating the patients, and the final break with the doctor make a very humorous story. In the automobile chase that ensues, the police join in, and the picture fades out on the ambulance carrying Jimmy, after his collision with the other two cars.
Dir: Hal Roach
An American book salesman (Lloyd) is persuaded to go to the kingdom of Thermosa to impersonate the Prince. He is greeted by a peasants' revolt before the real prince shows up to claim his throne and princess. The revolution succeeds, and the American is elected president of the new republic.
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Dir: Unknown Director
A fascinating piece of cinema that shares thematic elements.
Dir: Reggie Morris
A fascinating piece of cinema that shares thematic elements.
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Dir: Eduardo Notari
A crime drama in the Gennariello-series. The police detective in Naples that is confronted with modern gangsters and crime events.
Dir: Unknown Director
The Judge needs a present for his wife's birthday, so Harry suggests a new corset. They go to the shop, but he's so embarrassed to ask the saleslady he hides in a phone booth.Harry goes in, but finds a GUY wearing one, and runs out.They both dress as women to get back in, but Mrs. Rummy gets there and chases him out.
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Dir: Henry Edwards
A millionaire bets £25,000 that he can earn his own living for six months.
View DetailsAnalysis relative to That's Rich
| Film Title | Atmosphere | Complexity | Similarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Let Fido Do It | Tense | High | 96% Match |
| Lunatics in Politics | Ethereal | Dense | 97% Match |
| Mary's Ankle | Surreal | High | 86% Match |
| Healthy and Happy | Tense | High | 94% Match |
| His Royal Slyness | Gothic | Layered | 92% Match |
This guide was algorithmically generated using the cinematic metadata of Noel M. Smith's archive. Last updated: 8/16/2026.
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