Muscle Up a Little Closer
“Joes girlfriend discovers her diamond ring is missing”
Synopsis
Joe is engaged but can't get married until he recovers the engagement ring which has disappeared. The stooges suspect the ring was stolen by Elmo, a beefy bully, who works at the same factory they do. They confront Elmo in the company gym, but he's too tough for them. Fortunately Joe's girl is even tougher, and she gets Elmo to confess and return the ring.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 28, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jules White
- Screenplay & Story
- Felix Adler
- Original Title
- Muscle Up a Little Closer
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 17m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jules White
Felix Adler
Irving Lippman
Harold White
Jules White
Department Leadership Roster
Felix Adler
Writer
Jules White
Director
Jules White
Producer
Irving Lippman
Director of Photography
Harold White
Editor
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What is Muscle Up a Little Closer about?
Joe is engaged but can't get married until he recovers the engagement ring which has disappeared. The stooges suspect the ring was stolen by Elmo, a beefy bully, who works at the same factory they do. They confront Elmo in the company gym, but he's too tough for them. Fortunately Joe's girl is even tougher, and she gets Elmo to confess and return the ring.
Who directed Muscle Up a Little Closer?
Muscle Up a Little Closer was directed by Jules White.
Who stars in Muscle Up a Little Closer?
The principal cast of Muscle Up a Little Closer includes Larry Fine, Joe Besser, Moe Howard, Muriel Landers.
When was Muscle Up a Little Closer released and how long is it?
Muscle Up a Little Closer was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 17m.