Jalopy
“You'll Blow Your Gasket howling at these dizzy whizzes of the racing world!”
Synopsis
Slip has entered the Boys' rattletrap car in a souped-up jalopy race, but has no chance of winning until Satch, with the aid of a scientist acquaintance, comes up with a chemical concoction that acts as a super-fuel; but a rival entrant in the race learns of this and tries to get the formula for himself.
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Top Cast
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Leo Gorcey
Terrence Aloysius 'Slip' Mahoney
Huntz Hall
Horace Debussy 'Satch' Jones
Robert Lowery
Skid Wilson
Jane Easton
Bobbie Lane
Leon Belasco
The Professor
Bernard Gorcey
Louie Dumbrowsky
David Gorcey
Chuck
Benny Bartlett
Butch
Richard Benedict
Tony, the driver
Murray Alper
Red, the mechanic
Tom Hanlon
Race Announcer
Mona Knox
Party Brunet, dancing with Slip
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 15, 1953
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Beaudine
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Crutcher, Tim Ryan
- Original Score
- Marlin Skiles
- Original Title
- Jalopy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 2m
- Production Studios
- Monogram Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Beaudine
Jack Crutcher, Tim Ryan
Marlin Skiles
William Austin
Ben Schwalb
Department Leadership Roster
Ben Schwalb
Producer
Jack Crutcher
Screenplay
William Beaudine
Director
Tim Ryan
Screenplay
William Austin
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jalopy
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Jalopy about?
Slip has entered the Boys' rattletrap car in a souped-up jalopy race, but has no chance of winning until Satch, with the aid of a scientist acquaintance, comes up with a chemical concoction that acts as a super-fuel; but a rival entrant in the race learns of this and tries to get the formula for himself.
Who directed Jalopy?
Jalopy was directed by William Beaudine.
Who stars in Jalopy?
The principal cast of Jalopy includes Leo Gorcey, Huntz Hall, Robert Lowery, Jane Easton, Leon Belasco.
When was Jalopy released and how long is it?
Jalopy was released in 1953 with a total runtime of 1h 2m.
Who composed the musical score for Jalopy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jalopy was composed by Marlin Skiles.