Special Delivery (1922 film)

Special Delivery is a 1922 American silent comedy film directed by William Goodrich (better known as Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle, using a pseudonym due to a career scandal) and starring Eddie Cantor. The film marks a notable entry in Cantor's early filmography, showcasing his vaudeville-honed comedic talents in a cinematic setting.

The film's plot revolves around a young man (Cantor) working as a messenger who inadvertently becomes entangled in a series of comedic misadventures, often involving the delivery of a mysterious package. The specific details of the plot and the nature of the "special delivery" can vary slightly depending on the available sources and versions of the film, but the core comedic premise remains consistent.

Although Fatty Arbuckle directed the film, his involvement was largely obscured at the time of release due to the ongoing controversy surrounding his personal life. The film received a relatively limited release and is not as widely known as some of Cantor's later works or Arbuckle's earlier comedies.

Special Delivery is significant as an early example of Eddie Cantor's screen presence and as a hidden piece of Roscoe Arbuckle's directorial output during a tumultuous period in his career. The film is also a representative example of the comedic style prevalent in silent films of the early 1920s, characterized by slapstick, physical humor, and fast-paced action. Availability of the film can be limited, with some portions being considered lost media.