Mama Runs Wild
“A SYMPHONY OF SILLINESS! Everything Goes 'Round In Circles When Mama Sets The Pace!”
Synopsis
Suburban Paradise Park becomes a heaven for social-minded Mrs. Alice Summers (Mary Boland), when she accidentally causes the apprehension of two bank robbers after walking into the bank during the robbery and one of the robbers, in taking money from her purse, left his fingerprints on the purse. She is made an honorary police captain and, with her society sisters sets about "keeping lawlessness" out of the town. From that point on, life becomes miserable for her hen-pecked husband Calvin (Ernest Truex).
Top Cast
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Mary Boland
Alice Summers
Ernest Truex
Ernest Summers
William Henry
Paul Fowler
Lynne Roberts
Edith Summers (as Lynn Roberts)
Max Terhune
Applegate
Joseph Crehan
Tom Fowler
Dorothy Page
Mrs. Hayes
Dewey Robinson
Greengable
Julius Tannen
C. Preston Simms
Sammy McKim
Boy
John Sheehan
Snodey
James C. Morton
Adams
Dora Clement
Dowager (uncredited)
Hal K. Dawson
Bank Robber (uncredited)
Peggy McKim
Young Girl (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 22, 1937
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ralph Staub
- Screenplay & Story
- Gordon Kahn, Hal Yates, Paul Gerard Smith
- Original Score
- Alberto Colombo
- Original Title
- Mama Runs Wild
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 7m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ralph Staub
Gordon Kahn, Hal Yates, Paul Gerard Smith
Alberto Colombo
Edward Mann
Ralph Staub
Department Leadership Roster
Ralph Staub
Director
Edward Mann
Editor
Gordon Kahn
Writer
Hal Yates
Writer
Eloise
Costume Design
Ralph Staub
Producer
Paul Gerard Smith
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mama Runs Wild
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Mama Runs Wild about?
Suburban Paradise Park becomes a heaven for social-minded Mrs. Alice Summers (Mary Boland), when she accidentally causes the apprehension of two bank robbers after walking into the bank during the robbery and one of the robbers, in taking money from her purse, left his fingerprints on the purse. She is made an honorary police captain and, with her society sisters sets about "keeping lawlessness" out of the town. From that point on, life becomes miserable for her hen-pecked husband Calvin (Ernest Truex).
Who directed Mama Runs Wild?
Mama Runs Wild was directed by Ralph Staub.
Who stars in Mama Runs Wild?
The principal cast of Mama Runs Wild includes Mary Boland, Ernest Truex, William Henry, Lynne Roberts, Max Terhune.
When was Mama Runs Wild released and how long is it?
Mama Runs Wild was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 1h 7m.
Who composed the musical score for Mama Runs Wild?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mama Runs Wild was composed by Alberto Colombo.