This classic Chase short features Depression-related gags including Charlie's suit (his everyday suit becomes a Sunday suit when turns around the hanger.) Another bit involves his walking down the street reading a newspaper which draws a crowd of over-the-shoulder readers. There's also a funny climax as Charlie thwarts the theft of $50,000 from the wealthy father of his love interest.
I've probably seen about 20 Charlie Chase shorts. I would rate "The Panic is On" among his best, along with "Girl Grief," "Nature in the Wrong," "Public Ghost #1," "Calling All Doctors" and "The Heckler." I highly recommend it.
I've probably seen about 20 Charlie Chase shorts. I would rate "The Panic is On" among his best, along with "Girl Grief," "Nature in the Wrong," "Public Ghost #1," "Calling All Doctors" and "The Heckler." I highly recommend it.