The Cook
Sep 15 1918
•0h 20m
•Comedy, Action
In an attempt at greater efficiency, the chef and waiter of a fancy oceanside restaurant wreak havoc in the establishment. Adding to the complications is the arrival of a robber.
Cast
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Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle
The Chef
Buster Keaton
The Waiter (uncredited)
Al St. John
Holdup Man (uncredited)
Alice Lake
Waitress / Cashier (uncredited)
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