7.0 / 10(6 votes)IMDb195217mUnited States of America

A Missed Fortune

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Synopsis

Shemp wins $50,000 in a radio contest and the stooges move into the Hotel Costa Plente where they live it up and wreck their fancy suite. While they wait for the prize money to arrive, the boys are pursued by three gold-digging dames after their winnings. When the check arrives however, it's only for $4.85 after tax deductions.

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Top Cast

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Shemp Howard

Shemp

Larry Fine

Larry

Moe Howard

Moe

Nanette Bordeaux

Fifi

Vivian Mason

Stooge Golddigger

Vernon Dent

Hotel Manager

Stanley Blystone

Detective (uncredited)

Johnny Kascier

Waiter (uncredited)

Suzanne Ridgway

Golddigger (uncredited)

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 3, 1952

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director: Jules White
Screenplay & Story: Jack White
Original Title: A Missed Fortune
Country of Origin: United States of America
Spoken Languages: English
Runtime: 17m
Production Studios: Columbia Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jules White

Screenplay & Story

Jack White, Searle Kramer

Film Editing

Henry DeMond

Producers

Jules White

Department Leadership Roster

Jules White

Producer

Jack White

Screenplay

Henry DeMond

Editor

Jules White

Director

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Frequently Asked Questions About A Missed Fortune

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is A Missed Fortune about?

Shemp wins $50,000 in a radio contest and the stooges move into the Hotel Costa Plente where they live it up and wreck their fancy suite. While they wait for the prize money to arrive, the boys are pursued by three gold-digging dames after their winnings. When the check arrives however, it's only for $4.85 after tax deductions.

Who directed A Missed Fortune?

A Missed Fortune was directed by Jules White.

Who stars in A Missed Fortune?

The principal cast of A Missed Fortune includes Shemp Howard, Larry Fine, Moe Howard, Nanette Bordeaux, Vivian Mason.

When was A Missed Fortune released and how long is it?

A Missed Fortune was released in 1952 with a total runtime of 17m.