In Columbia’s comedy classic “The Heckler,” Charley Chase shines as the titular character, a boisterous loudmouth whose favorite pastime is taunting players and spectators at sporting events. Set against the backdrop of a baseball game, his relentless jibes not only test the patience of the crowd but also the players.

Directed by Del Lord and produced by the Hugh McCollum unit, this two-reel laugh riot served as the inspiration for the 1946 remake, Mr. Noisy.