Tell It to Sweeney
Synopsis
Luke Beamish is the engineer of the Isobel, an old iron steed, and Cannonball Casey handles the throttle of the Mogul, a modern locomotive. Cannonball falls in love with Doris, Luke's daughter, who is greatly admired by Jack Sweeney, the railroad president's son. Doris rejects Casey's affections, considering him a bully, and consequently Casey challenges Jack to a wrestling match at the picnic.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 24, 1927
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gregory La Cava
- Screenplay & Story
- Percy Heath
- Original Title
- Tell It to Sweeney
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gregory La Cava
Percy Heath, Monte Brice
H. Kinley Martin
Gregory La Cava
Department Leadership Roster
Gregory La Cava
Director
Percy Heath
Screenplay
Gregory La Cava
Producer
H. Kinley Martin
Director of Photography
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What is Tell It to Sweeney about?
Luke Beamish is the engineer of the Isobel, an old iron steed, and Cannonball Casey handles the throttle of the Mogul, a modern locomotive. Cannonball falls in love with Doris, Luke's daughter, who is greatly admired by Jack Sweeney, the railroad president's son. Doris rejects Casey's affections, considering him a bully, and consequently Casey challenges Jack to a wrestling match at the picnic.
Who directed Tell It to Sweeney?
Tell It to Sweeney was directed by Gregory La Cava.
Who stars in Tell It to Sweeney?
The principal cast of Tell It to Sweeney includes Chester Conklin, George Bancroft, Jack Luden, Doris Hill, Frank Bond.
When was Tell It to Sweeney released and how long is it?
Tell It to Sweeney was released in 1927 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.