Cuckoo on a Choo Choo
“Your Favorite Funsters In Their Happiest Huddle!”
Synopsis
A satirization of the Oscar winning film A Street Car Named Desire (1951). Larry mimics Brando in the story which takes place on a train car named Schmow. The most controversial Stooge short. While it is considered by some to be the most daring, contemporary and innovative of all Stooge shorts, others contend it is the worst Stooge short ever made.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 4, 1952
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jules White
- Screenplay & Story
- Felix Adler
- Original Title
- Cuckoo on a Choo Choo
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jules White
Felix Adler
Henry Freulich
Edwin H. Bryant
Jules White
Department Leadership Roster
Felix Adler
Writer
Jules White
Director
Jules White
Producer
Edwin H. Bryant
Editor
Henry Freulich
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cuckoo on a Choo Choo
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What is Cuckoo on a Choo Choo about?
A satirization of the Oscar winning film A Street Car Named Desire (1951). Larry mimics Brando in the story which takes place on a train car named Schmow. The most controversial Stooge short. While it is considered by some to be the most daring, contemporary and innovative of all Stooge shorts, others contend it is the worst Stooge short ever made.
Who directed Cuckoo on a Choo Choo?
Cuckoo on a Choo Choo was directed by Jules White.
Who stars in Cuckoo on a Choo Choo?
The principal cast of Cuckoo on a Choo Choo includes Shemp Howard, Patricia Wright, Victoria Horne, Moe Howard, Larry Fine.
When was Cuckoo on a Choo Choo released and how long is it?
Cuckoo on a Choo Choo was released in 1952 with a total runtime of 15m.