The Smart Set
WILLIAM HAINES IN A PICTURE THAT LIFTS THE LID ON THE DOINGS OF THE GAY, GIDDY YOUNGER SOCIETY CROWD
Genres
Overview
A cocky, arrogant young playboy is expelled from his American polo team shortly before the big match with England.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
80 min
Release Date
1928-03-24
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
6
Vote Average
5.6
William Haines
Tommy Van Buren
Alice Day
Polly Durant
Jack Holt
Nelson
Hobart Bosworth
Durant
Coy Watson Jr.
Sammy
Constance Howard
Cynthia
Paul Nicholson
Mr. Van Buren
Julia Swayne Gordon
Mrs. Van Buren
Allan Cavan
Host at Red Lantern Inn
Harry Gribbon
Tommy's Valet
Herbert Prior
Beleaguered Diner
Scott Seaton
Minor Role
Harry Tenbrook
Tommy's Chauffeur
Ellinor Vanderveer
Party Guest
Blue Washington
Polo Fan
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