The Big Idea
Synopsis
Ted Healy is the proprietor of the "Big Idea Scenario Company" (Ideas While You Wait). Unfortunately, various visitors to his one-room office constantly interrupt his train of thought. These include a man with a machine gun, a woman who empties waste baskets on the floor, and a trio of musicians who play "Marching Through Georgia" on various instruments.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 12, 1934
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Beaudine
- Screenplay & Story
- Ted Healy, Moe Howard, Matt Brooks
- Original Title
- The Big Idea
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 19m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Beaudine
Ted Healy, Moe Howard, Matt Brooks
Department Leadership Roster
Ted Healy
Writer
Moe Howard
Writer
Matt Brooks
Writer
William Beaudine
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Idea
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Big Idea about?
Ted Healy is the proprietor of the "Big Idea Scenario Company" (Ideas While You Wait). Unfortunately, various visitors to his one-room office constantly interrupt his train of thought. These include a man with a machine gun, a woman who empties waste baskets on the floor, and a trio of musicians who play "Marching Through Georgia" on various instruments.
Who directed The Big Idea?
The Big Idea was directed by William Beaudine.
Who stars in The Big Idea?
The principal cast of The Big Idea includes Ted Healy, Moe Howard, Larry Fine, Curly Howard, Bonnie Bonnell.
When was The Big Idea released and how long is it?
The Big Idea was released in 1934 with a total runtime of 19m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Big Idea?
The Big Idea holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).