Big Boy
Synopsis
Gus, the trusty family retainer, has hopes of riding his boss' horse, Big Boy, to victory at the Kentucky Derby.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 11, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Crosland
- Screenplay & Story
- William K. Wells, Perry N. Vekroff, Rex Taylor
- Original Score
- Alois Reiser, Rex Dunn
- Original Title
- Big Boy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Crosland
William K. Wells, Perry N. Vekroff, Rex Taylor, Bud Green
Alois Reiser, Rex Dunn
Hal Mohr
Ralph Dawson
Department Leadership Roster
Earl Luick
Costume Design
Ralph Dawson
Editor
William K. Wells
Screenplay
Perry N. Vekroff
Screenplay
Rex Taylor
Screenplay
Alan Crosland
Director
Hal Mohr
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Boy
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Big Boy about?
Gus, the trusty family retainer, has hopes of riding his boss' horse, Big Boy, to victory at the Kentucky Derby.
Who directed Big Boy?
Big Boy was directed by Alan Crosland.
Who stars in Big Boy?
The principal cast of Big Boy includes Al Jolson, Claudia Dell, Louise Closser Hale, Lloyd Hughes, Eddie Phillips.
When was Big Boy released and how long is it?
Big Boy was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
Who composed the musical score for Big Boy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Big Boy was composed by Alois Reiser, Rex Dunn.