The High Sign (1921)

In an unknown town, nestled in the heart of oblivion, our dauntless protagonist, Buster, disembarks from a train near a mysterious amusement park. With a stone-cold countenance and a loaded revolver, he stumbles upon an advertisement seeking an adept shooting gallery attendant. Intrigued, Buster lands a job at Tiny Tim's gallery—a seemingly innocent amusement park attraction that clandestinely operates as the hub for the notorious Blinking Buzzards criminal syndicate. However, this role is not as innocuous as it seems. Buster finds himself entangled in an ominous death contract issued by the syndicate. Further, his shoot-from-the-hip skills don't go unnoticed, and he's soon approached by a desperate businessman seeking a protective shield for himself and his vulnerable daughter. Buster, now caught in a precarious juggling act, must navigate the perilous underworld of the Blinking Buzzards while simultaneously safeguarding the businessman and his offspring. In a brilliant twist, Buster transforms their home into a fortress of trick devices, adding an extra layer of protection. In a world where trust is a luxury and danger lurks around every corner, can Buster outwit the criminals and be in two places at once? The High Sign (1921) is a thrilling rollercoaster of suspense, daring, and clever ingenuity, with Buster's survival and the lives of his charges hanging in the balance. See if Buster can fire his way out of this predicament in this timeless classic.

The High Sign is a comedy movie featuring Buster Keaton.

The High Sign is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy and Public Domain Movies and it's also available on IndieFlix.