Animal Crackers
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Synopsis
The well-known explorer and hunter Captain Spaulding has just returned from Africa, and is being welcomed home with a lavish party at the estate of influential society matron Mrs. Rittenhouse when a valuable painting goes missing. The intrepid Captain Spaulding attempts to solve the crime with the help of his silly secretary Horatio Jamison, while sparring with the anarchic Signor Emanuel Ravelli and his nutty sidekick The Professor.
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Animal Crackers (1930) Official Trailer - Marx Brothers Movie HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-12-13
Top Cast
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Groucho Marx
Captain Jeffrey T. Spaulding
Harpo Marx
The Professor
Chico Marx
Signor Emanuel Ravelli
Zeppo Marx
Horatio Jamison
Lillian Roth
Arabella Rittenhouse
Margaret Dumont
Mrs. Rittenhouse
Louis Sorin
Roscoe Chandler
Hal Thompson
John Parker
Margaret Irving
Mrs. Whitehead
Kathryn Reece
Grace Carpenter
Robert Greig
Hives
Edward Metcalf
Hennessey
Robert Allen
House Party Guest (uncredited)
Donald MacBride
House Party Guest (uncredited)
Ann Roth
House Party Guest (uncredited)
Fredi Washington
Party Guest
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 8, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 1986
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Victor Heerman
- Screenplay & Story
- Morrie Ryskind
- Original Score
- Max Reese
- Original Title
- Animal Crackers
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Victor Heerman
Morrie Ryskind, George S. Kaufman, Bert Kalmar, Harry Ruby
Max Reese
George J. Folsey
Department Leadership Roster
Victor Heerman
Director
Morrie Ryskind
Screenplay
Max Reese
Original Music Composer
George J. Folsey
Director of Photography
George S. Kaufman
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Animal Crackers
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Animal Crackers about?
The well-known explorer and hunter Captain Spaulding has just returned from Africa, and is being welcomed home with a lavish party at the estate of influential society matron Mrs. Rittenhouse when a valuable painting goes missing. The intrepid Captain Spaulding attempts to solve the crime with the help of his silly secretary Horatio Jamison, while sparring with the anarchic Signor Emanuel Ravelli and his nutty sidekick The Professor.
Who directed Animal Crackers?
Animal Crackers was directed by Victor Heerman.
Who stars in Animal Crackers?
The principal cast of Animal Crackers includes Groucho Marx, Harpo Marx, Chico Marx, Zeppo Marx, Lillian Roth.
When was Animal Crackers released and how long is it?
Animal Crackers was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Animal Crackers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Animal Crackers was composed by Max Reese.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Animal Crackers?
Animal Crackers holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).