The Panic Is On
Synopsis
Charley's in love with the daughter of a financier who wants her to insist that Chas have a pile of cash before she marries him. But, the Depression is everywhere: Charley's behind on his rent and nearly everyone he meets is down on their luck. After reading a "how to" book on the power of a forceful will, Charley applies the lessons with mixed results, but he does land a job that includes delivering a shake-down letter to his girlfriend's father. Is the naïve Charley going to end up in jail?
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Charley Chase
Charley Chase
Virginia Whiting
Miss Morgan
Harry Bernard
Cop with Tootchache (uncredited)
Baldwin Cooke
Mr. Cooke (uncredited)
Billy Gilbert
Smith - Investment Broker aka The Spot (uncredited)
Charlie Hall
Man on the Street (uncredited)
Jerry Mandy
Charley's Neighbor (uncredited)
Margaret Mann
Mrs. Mann, Landlady (uncredited)
Howard Truesdale
James Morgan (uncredited)
Leo Willis
Hold-Up Man (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 14, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Parrott
- Original Title
- The Panic Is On
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- Hal Roach Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Parrott
George Stevens
Richard C. Currier
Hal Roach
Department Leadership Roster
James Parrott
Director
Hal Roach
Producer
George Stevens
Director of Photography
Richard C. Currier
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Panic Is On.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Panic Is On
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Panic Is On about?
Charley's in love with the daughter of a financier who wants her to insist that Chas have a pile of cash before she marries him. But, the Depression is everywhere: Charley's behind on his rent and nearly everyone he meets is down on their luck. After reading a "how to" book on the power of a forceful will, Charley applies the lessons with mixed results, but he does land a job that includes delivering a shake-down letter to his girlfriend's father. Is the naïve Charley going to end up in jail?
Who directed The Panic Is On?
The Panic Is On was directed by James Parrott.
Who stars in The Panic Is On?
The principal cast of The Panic Is On includes Charley Chase, Virginia Whiting, Harry Bernard, Baldwin Cooke, Billy Gilbert.
When was The Panic Is On released and how long is it?
The Panic Is On was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 20m.