The Racing Fool
Synopsis
Racing driver Jack Harlowe falls in love with Helen Drake, the daughter of his father's rival automobile manufacturer. Having promised his father to drive in the big race, Howes must refuse the girl's request that he drive for her father, but when he learns that another man (who has his eye on the girl) plans to drive for her father and throw the race, Howes receives parental permission to win the race for the rival.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 1, 1927
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harry Joe Brown
- Screenplay & Story
- George W. Pyper
- Original Title
- The Racing Fool
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Harry J. Brown Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harry Joe Brown
George W. Pyper
Ben White
Harry Joe Brown, W. Ray Johnston
Department Leadership Roster
Harry Joe Brown
Director
Harry Joe Brown
Producer
Ben White
Director of Photography
W. Ray Johnston
Producer
George W. Pyper
Writer
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What is The Racing Fool about?
Racing driver Jack Harlowe falls in love with Helen Drake, the daughter of his father's rival automobile manufacturer. Having promised his father to drive in the big race, Howes must refuse the girl's request that he drive for her father, but when he learns that another man (who has his eye on the girl) plans to drive for her father and throw the race, Howes receives parental permission to win the race for the rival.
Who directed The Racing Fool?
The Racing Fool was directed by Harry Joe Brown.
Who stars in The Racing Fool?
The principal cast of The Racing Fool includes Reed Howes, Ruth Dwyer, Ernest Hilliard, Billy Franey, James Bradbury Sr..
When was The Racing Fool released and how long is it?
The Racing Fool was released in 1927 with a total runtime of 50m.