Small Talk
Synopsis
The gang are all orphans, hoping to be adopted by nice families where "spinach is not on the menu". Wheezer, the youngest child, gets adopted by a wealthy couple, while his older sister Mary Ann does not. The gang all comes to visit Wheezer in his new home, setting off an alarm that causes the police and the fire department to come over. At that time, Wheezer's new mother and father decide to adopt Mary Ann as well. The couple's friends all each adopt a child as well; even Farina is adopted by the maid at Wheezer's new home.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 18, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert F. McGowan
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert A. McGowan, H.M. Walker
- Original Title
- Small Talk
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 25m
- Production Studios
- Hal Roach Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert F. McGowan
Robert A. McGowan, H.M. Walker
F.E. Hershey, Art Lloyd
Richard C. Currier
Robert F. McGowan, Hal Roach
Department Leadership Roster
Robert F. McGowan
Director
Robert F. McGowan
Producer
Richard C. Currier
Editor
Hal Roach
Producer
F.E. Hershey
Director of Photography
Art Lloyd
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Small Talk
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What is Small Talk about?
The gang are all orphans, hoping to be adopted by nice families where "spinach is not on the menu". Wheezer, the youngest child, gets adopted by a wealthy couple, while his older sister Mary Ann does not. The gang all comes to visit Wheezer in his new home, setting off an alarm that causes the police and the fire department to come over. At that time, Wheezer's new mother and father decide to adopt Mary Ann as well. The couple's friends all each adopt a child as well; even Farina is adopted by the maid at Wheezer's new home.
Who directed Small Talk?
Small Talk was directed by Robert F. McGowan.
Who stars in Small Talk?
The principal cast of Small Talk includes Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins, Mary Ann Jackson, Joe Cobb, Allen 'Farina' Hoskins, Jean Darling.
When was Small Talk released and how long is it?
Small Talk was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 25m.