

Curley
“He's all boy! He's all joy! He's CURLEY.”
Synopsis
The students of Lakeview Elementary devise comedic ways to torment their new teacher.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Frances Rafferty
Mildred Johnson
Larry Olsen
William 'Curley' Benson
Kathleen Howard
Aunt Martha
Peter Miles
Dudley
Dale Belding
Speck
Eilene Janssen
Betty
Billy Gray
Sandy
Gene Holland
Hank
Edna Holland
Miss Payne
Ardda Lynwood
Ardda Benson
Rene Beard
Dis
Donald King
Dat
George McDonald
Bozo (uncredited)
Ferris Taylor
Justice of the Peace (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 23, 1947
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bernard Carr
- Screenplay & Story
- Mary McCarthy
- Original Score
- Heinz Roemheld
- Original Title
- Curley
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 53m
- Production Studios
- Hal Roach Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bernard Carr
Mary McCarthy, Dorothy Davenport, Robert F. McGowan
Heinz Roemheld
John W. Boyle
Bert Jordan
Robert F. McGowan, Hal Roach, Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
John W. Boyle
Director of Photography
Heinz Roemheld
Original Music Composer
Robert F. McGowan
Producer
Mary McCarthy
Screenplay
Bert Jordan
Editor
Bernard Carr
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Curley.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Curley
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Curley about?
The students of Lakeview Elementary devise comedic ways to torment their new teacher.
Who directed Curley?
Curley was directed by Bernard Carr.
Who stars in Curley?
The principal cast of Curley includes Frances Rafferty, Larry Olsen, Kathleen Howard, Peter Miles, Dale Belding.
When was Curley released and how long is it?
Curley was released in 1947 with a total runtime of 53m.
Who composed the musical score for Curley?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Curley was composed by Heinz Roemheld.
