Running Wild
Synopsis
Cowardly Elmer Finch is browbeaten by his wife, daughter, fat son and the family dog. After hypnosis he is domineering. He enters a contract with a fifteen-thousand dollar payoff, so his courage can last beyond the hypnosis.
Top Cast
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W.C. Fields
Elmer Finch
Marie Shotwell
Mrs. Elmer Finch
Mary Brian
Elizabeth Finch
Claude Buchanan
Dave Harvey
Frederick Burton
D.W. Harvey
Barnett Raskin
Junior
Edward Roseman
Arvo - the Hypnotist
J. Moy Bennett
Mr. Johnson (uncredited)
John Merton
Police Officer (uncredited)
Frank Evans
Amos Barker
Tom Madden
Truck Driver (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 10, 1927
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gregory La Cava
- Screenplay & Story
- Gregory La Cava
- Original Title
- Running Wild
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gregory La Cava
Gregory La Cava
Paul Vogel
Ralph E. Black
Gregory La Cava, Carl Laemmle Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
Gregory La Cava
Director
Ralph E. Black
Editor
Gregory La Cava
Producer
Paul Vogel
Director of Photography
Carl Laemmle Jr.
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Running Wild
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What is Running Wild about?
Cowardly Elmer Finch is browbeaten by his wife, daughter, fat son and the family dog. After hypnosis he is domineering. He enters a contract with a fifteen-thousand dollar payoff, so his courage can last beyond the hypnosis.
Who directed Running Wild?
Running Wild was directed by Gregory La Cava.
Who stars in Running Wild?
The principal cast of Running Wild includes W.C. Fields, Marie Shotwell, Mary Brian, Claude Buchanan, Frederick Burton.
When was Running Wild released and how long is it?
Running Wild was released in 1927 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.