Fly My Kite
Synopsis
A greedy man tries to get rid of his mother by putting her in an old folks home until he discovers she has a fortune in stock certificates.
Part of the Our Gang: The MGM talkies (1929-1938)
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Matthew Beard
Stymie
Norman Chaney
Chubby
Dorothy DeBorba
Dorothy
Allen 'Farina' Hoskins
Farina
Mae Busch
Dan’s New Wife (uncredited)
Mary Ann Jackson
Mary Ann
Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins
Wheezer
Dickie Jackson
Dickie
Shirley Jean Rickert
Shirley
George Earnest
Boxing Kid
Margaret Mann
Grandma
James Pier Mason
Dan
Broderick O'Farrell
Bond Agent
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 30, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert F. McGowan
- Original Title
- Fly My Kite
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 21m
- Production Studios
- Hal Roach Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert F. McGowan
Department Leadership Roster
Robert F. McGowan
Director
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BD Release: Past-1960
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fly My Kite
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fly My Kite about?
A greedy man tries to get rid of his mother by putting her in an old folks home until he discovers she has a fortune in stock certificates.
Who directed Fly My Kite?
Fly My Kite was directed by Robert F. McGowan.
Who stars in Fly My Kite?
The principal cast of Fly My Kite includes Matthew Beard, Norman Chaney, Dorothy DeBorba, Allen 'Farina' Hoskins, Mae Busch.
When was Fly My Kite released and how long is it?
Fly My Kite was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 21m.