Pete Smith Movies

After their mother remarries, two brothers cause chaos at their Aunt's home.

In this Pete Smith Specialty short, a wife endures the trials of being married to a husband with traits that drive her crazy.

A dog accused of murdering sheep is brought to trial.

In this Pete Smith Specialty short, a series of vignettes illustrate some ways that mothers-in-law irritate, and/or cause problems for, their...

This Pete Smith Specialty short looks at the notion that a man chases a woman till he catches her. Who's really chasing whom?

A "Pete Smith Specialty". Three sea lions gatecrash the kitchen of a beach house, steal some goodies, then go on to cause chaos at the party.

The unusual talents of Johnny Price, a minor league baseball pitcher and trick artist, are showcased in this Pete Smith Specialty. Among other...

This short features professional bowler Andy Varipapa. He first shows the correct way to grip a bowling ball and the proper form for delivering the...

An amusing short film that looks at human and animal babies.

A demonstration of trick shots by champion bowler Andy Varipapa.

It's Thanksgiving. Newlywed husband Abner Poodlebean faces the turkey his wife has prepared: she wants him to carve it at the table in front of her...

Fala was the famous Scotch Terrier owned by Franklin Delano Roosevelt during his last two presidential terms.

In this Pete Smith Specialty, cameraman Charles T. Trego films water skiing champion Preston Petersen, as he and two unnamed female skiers perform...

Tells the story of young Willie Mosconi. From growing up with his father's pool hall downstairs to his first US Championship.

This comedic short looks at human foibles that lead to major aggravations.

Modern meteorology and a hard-working government weather team put their science and organization to work as a cold front moves from Alaska toward the...

A Pete Smith Specialty shorts series entry. Dave demonstrates a variety of household items and furniture which, while modern, is much more trouble...

This Pete Smith Specialty short showcases former heavyweight boxing champion Max Baer with various sparring partners in the ring. Slow motion is used...

A "Pete Smith Specialty" - a fairly serious look at radio hams in the usual jokey format. Shows aircraft using morse code.

A little dog must learn to become friends with a big dog.