Trifles of Importance
1940, English. Directed by Basil Wrangell.
Part of John Nesbitt's Passing Parade series, this short shows how three seemingly unimportant things can affect people. The first is how the number 7 affects a student accused of theft charges. The second segment shows that a person's doodles can reveal personality traits. The final segment shows why certain items are on men's suits, such as lapels.
- Runtime
- 0h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch Trifles of Importance
Trifles of Importance isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 13 July 1940.
No streaming listings yet. Search JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Basil WrangellDirector
- John NesbittNarrator
- Erville AldersonFrederick the Great (uncredited)
- Clark GableSelf (archive footage)
- Myrna LoySelf (archive footage)
- Mickey RooneySelf (archive footage)
- Franklin D. RooseveltSelf (archive footage)
- Theodore RooseveltSelf (archive footage)
- Robert TaylorSelf (archive footage)
- Lana TurnerSelf (archive footage)
- Sam HarrisMen's Club Member (uncredited)
- Arthur Stuart HullMen's Club Member (uncredited)
- Bert StevensGuest at Stag Dinner (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 13 July 1940
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Nesbitt
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked Trifles of Importance
Embrace the Panda: Making Turning Red
2022 · 6.8/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Being James Bond
2021 · 7.8/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
One Soldier's Story: The Journey of American Sniper
2015 · 5.9/10
SnoozefestRecommended by TMDB viewers
Very Nice, Very Nice
1961 · 6.0/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
I Am Heath Ledger
2017 · 7.4/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
For the Love of Spock
2016 · 7.4/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Crystal Calls - Making The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance
2019 · 7.5/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Voyage of Time: The IMAX Experience
2016 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Heart of a Dog
2015 · 6.5/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Downloaded
2013 · 6.5/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Trifles of Importance: quick answers
Is Trifles of Importance worth watching?
Trifles of Importance doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Trifles of Importance?
Trifles of Importance runs 9 minutes (0h 9m).
Does Trifles of Importance have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Trifles of Importance. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Trifles of Importance parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Trifles of Importance is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Trifles of Importance on?
Trifles of Importance isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 13 July 1940. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Trifles of Importance?
If you liked Trifles of Importance, try Embrace the Panda: Making Turning Red, Being James Bond, One Soldier's Story: The Journey of American Sniper.
Who directed Trifles of Importance?
Trifles of Importance (1940) was directed by Basil Wrangell and stars John Nesbitt, Erville Alderson, Clark Gable.