The First Round-Up
Synopsis
The gang packs up for a camping trip to Cherry Creek two miles from their home, but to them it is the wilderness. After night falls, the hooting owls and croaking frogs conjure up visions of spooks. When a thunderstorm hits, they all scurry for home.
Top Cast
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Wally Albright
Wally
Matthew Beard
Stymie
George McFarland
Spanky
Scotty Beckett
Scotty
Tommy Bond
Tommy
Cullen Johnson
Gang Member
Willie Mae Taylor
Buckwheat
Philbrook Lyons
Gang Member
Billy Wolfstone
Marvin
Billy Bletcher
Wally's Father
Zoila Conan
Wally's Mother
Jackie Lynn Taylor
Jane
Billie Thomas
Kid with Canteen
Pete the Dog
Pete
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 5, 1934
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gus Meins
- Original Title
- The First Round-Up
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- Hal Roach Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gus Meins
Francis Corby
Hal Roach
Department Leadership Roster
Gus Meins
Director
Hal Roach
Producer
Francis Corby
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The First Round-Up
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What is The First Round-Up about?
The gang packs up for a camping trip to Cherry Creek two miles from their home, but to them it is the wilderness. After night falls, the hooting owls and croaking frogs conjure up visions of spooks. When a thunderstorm hits, they all scurry for home.
Who directed The First Round-Up?
The First Round-Up was directed by Gus Meins.
Who stars in The First Round-Up?
The principal cast of The First Round-Up includes Wally Albright, Matthew Beard, George McFarland, Scotty Beckett, Tommy Bond.
When was The First Round-Up released and how long is it?
The First Round-Up was released in 1934 with a total runtime of 18m.