For those interested in Chase's later sound work, this multi-volume series from The Sprocket Vault and Kit Parker Films is indispensable. These collections focus on the years 1930-1936, showcasing Chase's transition to talking pictures. For example, Volume One features 18 shorts from 1930-31, including several co-starring the wonderful Thelma Todd and a Spanish-language version of one of his films. Volume Three collects 21 shorts from his last three years at Hal Roach (1934-1936), featuring more surrealistic and gag-driven comedies like Public Ghost No. 1 and Four Parts .
★★★★★ (Essential for silent film fans) Best For: Binge-watching, study of comedic timing, and lovers of waistcoats. Charley Chase MegaPack
A few shorts may still show "film grain" or age from surviving elements. Guest Stars: Spot early appearances from icons like Oliver Hardy Anita Garvin Final Thought If you enjoy the polite chaos of Curb Your Enthusiasm For those interested in Chase's later sound work,
The Charley Chase MegaPack is more than just a nostalgic trip down memory lane; it is a vital piece of entertainment history. It proves that true comedy is timeless, and that the embarrassments, anxieties, and triumphs of the ordinary human condition will always be worth laughing at. Volume Three collects 21 shorts from his last
or the physical precision of Buster Keaton, this collection is a goldmine. It preserves the legacy of a man who was once Hal Roach's biggest star before the rise of Laurel and Hardy. CineMuseum, LLC
He fed the next reel.
He spent the night cataloging: timestamps, faces, the exact position of the mysterious figure in each scene. He wrote notes in the margin of the booklet. At dawn, exhausted, Charley walked home under an indifferent sky, the crate’s lid clanging like a promise closing behind him.
