Barrymore is a crotchety old man (as usual) trying to raise his grandson, Watson, after the demise of the latter's parents and of Barrymore's wife. With Death such a frequent visitor, Barrymore has little trouble recognizing him in the form of Hardwicke when the Reaper comes for the
grandfather. Barrymore proves too cagy for him, though, and chases him up an apple tree, from which Hardwicke is unable to come down until the old man releases him. The two engage in long, philosophical discussions about life and death while Hardwicke tries to make Barrymore understand the
importance of his mission. Barrymore begins to realize that since he captured Hardwicke no one in ...
Released:
1939
Rated:
NR
Length:
99 mins