Top Cast
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Matthew Beard
Stymie
Dorothy DeBorba
Dorothy
Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins
Wheezer
George McFarland
Spanky
Dickie Moore
Dickie
Bobbie Beard
Cotton
Georgie Billings
Gang member
Dickie Jackson
Gang member
John 'Uh huh' Collum
Uh-huh
Bobby DeWar
Gang member
Donald Haines
Toughie
Henry Hanna
Gang member
Hayes E. Robertson
Cook (uncredited)
Lutra Winslow
Cook's Girlfriend (uncredited)
James C. Morton
Policeman (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 17, 1932
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert F. McGowan
- Original Title
- A Lad an' a Lamp
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 17m
- Production Studios
- Hal Roach Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert F. McGowan
Department Leadership Roster
Robert F. McGowan
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Lad an' a Lamp
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Lad an' a Lamp about?
The gang finds what they think is a magic lamp.
Who directed A Lad an' a Lamp?
A Lad an' a Lamp was directed by Robert F. McGowan.
Who stars in A Lad an' a Lamp?
The principal cast of A Lad an' a Lamp includes Matthew Beard, Dorothy DeBorba, Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins, George McFarland, Dickie Moore.
When was A Lad an' a Lamp released and how long is it?
A Lad an' a Lamp was released in 1932 with a total runtime of 17m.