Chase makes tries to escape from a compromising situation with a dame he took to be his wife's sister..

Is this film worth watching today? Short answer: Yes, but only if you appreciate the specific, high-wire tension of 1920s situational comedy. This film is for enthusiasts of the Hal Roach era who enjoy seeing a protagonist sweat through his collar; it is definitely not for those who demand modern pacing or sophisticate...

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"Is this film worth watching today? Short answer: Yes, but only if you appreciate the specific, high-wire tension of 1920s situational comedy. This film is for enthusiasts of the Hal Roach era who enjoy seeing a protagonist sweat through his collar; it is definitely not for those who demand modern pacing or sophisticated narrative twists.Charley Chase was never the loudest comedian in the room, but he was often the most relatable. In 'Never the Dames Shall Meet', we see the quintessential Chase p..."
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