
What a Life
Synopsis
First, a bum comes along and steals their hat and replaces it with his flea-bitten one. Later, they are tormented at a diner when a hamburger comes to life! Later, after selling their instruments so they can get something to eat, they see a blind man begging on the street.
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 25, 1932
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ub Iwerks
- Screenplay & Story
- Ub Iwerks, Ben Hardaway, Grim Natwick
- Original Score
- Carl W. Stalling
- Original Title
- What a Life
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 7m
- Production Studios
- Celebrity Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ub Iwerks
Ub Iwerks, Ben Hardaway, Grim Natwick
Carl W. Stalling
Ub Iwerks, Pat Powers
Department Leadership Roster
Ub Iwerks
Director
Ub Iwerks
Producer
Pat Powers
Producer
Carl W. Stalling
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for What a Life.
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Frequently Asked Questions About What a Life
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is What a Life about?
First, a bum comes along and steals their hat and replaces it with his flea-bitten one. Later, they are tormented at a diner when a hamburger comes to life! Later, after selling their instruments so they can get something to eat, they see a blind man begging on the street.
Who directed What a Life?
What a Life was directed by Ub Iwerks.
Who stars in What a Life?
The principal cast of What a Life includes Not specified.
When was What a Life released and how long is it?
What a Life was released in 1932 with a total runtime of 7m.
Who composed the musical score for What a Life?
The original motion picture soundtrack for What a Life was composed by Carl W. Stalling.
