The Pigskin Palooka
Synopsis
While Alfalfa was away at military school, his letters to his friends back home bragged about how he was a star football player. Now that he's back home, he has to prove it.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 23, 1937
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gordon Douglas
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Jevne
- Original Title
- The Pigskin Palooka
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
- Production Studios
- Hal Roach Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gordon Douglas
Jack Jevne
William H. Ziegler
Hal Roach
Department Leadership Roster
Gordon Douglas
Director
Hal Roach
Producer
William H. Ziegler
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Pigskin Palooka
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What is The Pigskin Palooka about?
While Alfalfa was away at military school, his letters to his friends back home bragged about how he was a star football player. Now that he's back home, he has to prove it.
Who directed The Pigskin Palooka?
The Pigskin Palooka was directed by Gordon Douglas.
Who stars in The Pigskin Palooka?
The principal cast of The Pigskin Palooka includes Darla Hood, Eugene 'Porky' Lee, George McFarland, Carl Switzer, Billie Thomas.
When was The Pigskin Palooka released and how long is it?
The Pigskin Palooka was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 11m.