The Chief
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About
The dim-witted son of a heroic fire chief tries to follow in his late father's footsteps, only to become the unknowing pawn of corrupt politicians.
Cast
Ed Wynn
as Henry Summers
Charles 'Chic' Sale
as Uncle Joe
Dorothy Mackaill
as Dixie Dean
Mickey Rooney
as Willie
William 'Stage' Boyd
as Dan O'Rourke
C. Henry Gordon
as Paul Clayton
Effie Ellsler
as Ma Summers
Purnell Pratt
as Al Morgan
Nat Pendleton
as Big Mike
Bradley Page
as Dapper Dan
George Givot
as Greek Clothing Merchant
Tom Wilson
as Blink, a Henchman
Bob Perry
as Frank, a Henchman
Luis Alberni
as Man at Alderman Meeting (uncredited)
Jack Baxley
as Gussie, Assistant Ringmaster (uncredited)
Heinie Conklin
as Man Dropping Coin in Hat
George Ernest
as Boy at Circus
Jim Farley
as Arresting Policeman
Frank Hagney
as Fireman
Eddie Hart
as Sam, a Henchman
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About The Chief
The dim-witted son of a heroic fire chief tries to follow in his late father's footsteps, only to become the unknowing pawn of corrupt politicians. Running 65 minutes.
The Chief Cast and Characters
The cast features Ed Wynn (as Henry Summers), Charles 'Chic' Sale (as Uncle Joe), Dorothy Mackaill (as Dixie Dean), Mickey Rooney (as Willie), and William 'Stage' Boyd (as Dan O'Rourke). Their performances are a major reason The Chief has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch The Chief NowWhy People Are Watching The Chief
The Chief flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Chief
Where can I watch The Chief online for free?
You can watch The Chief online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is The Chief?
The Chief runs for 65 minutes (about 1.1 hour).
Is The Chief good? What's the rating?
The Chief holds a 5.5/10 rating based on 2 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of The Chief?
The main cast includes Ed Wynn, Charles 'Chic' Sale, Dorothy Mackaill, and Mickey Rooney, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Chief available in English?
Yes — The Chief was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was The Chief released?
The Chief was released in 1933.
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Where can I watch The Chief for free?
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What is The Chief about?
The Chief is a Comedy English-language film. The dim-witted son of a heroic fire chief tries to follow in his late father's footsteps, only to become the unknowing pawn of corrupt politicians.
When was The Chief released?
The Chief was released on November 3, 1933. It has a runtime of 1h 5m. The film was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
Who stars in The Chief?
The Chief stars Ed Wynn, Charles 'Chic' Sale, Dorothy Mackaill and Mickey Rooney. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Chief available in HD?
Yes, The Chief is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.