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My Hero! Synopsis
Los Angeles is in the midst of a burglar scare which worries both Eddie Lyons and his little wife, as well as their colored cook. There are a number of false alarms which involve many ludicrous happenings. Then Eddie reaches his office where the boss assigns him to the task of depositing ten thousand dollars in cash in the bank. He reaches the bank only to find it closed and upon returning to the office finds that closed too. He notifies his employer by telephone and is instructed to take care of the money until the following morning. Then, unbeknown to him, he arranges to have two detectives guard the house during the night. This causes many other complications, for the detectives are mistaken for robbers, but all ends well.
His Royal Slyness Synopsis
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.
"His Royal Slyness" is currently leading in ratings, making it a stronger choice for newcomers to the genre.
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