Election Day
Synopsis
This film revolves around Election Day, a day on which Jay R. and Joe are fighting to get votes. They warn the kids that they'll be socked in the jaw if they don't vote for them, but the kids are just trying to go about their business, namely Farina. His mother wants him to deliver laundry to her clients, but he can't go anywhere without being harassed by the gang. To escape them, he dons several costumes including that as an older woman, a dancer, and a scarecrow.
Part of the Our Gang: The Roach/MGM silents (1927–1929)
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Joe Cobb
Joe
Jackie Condon
Jackie
Allen 'Farina' Hoskins
Farina
Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins
Wheezer
Mary Ann Jackson
Mary Ann
Jay R. Smith
Jay R.
Harry Spear
Harry
Louise Beavers
Farina's mother
Ed Brandenburg
Man who slips on banana
Baldwin Cooke
Gangster
Dick Gilbert
Gangster
Jack Hill
Gangster
Ham Kinsey
Man about town
Gene Morgan
Officer
Clarence Muse
Farina's father
Retta Palmer
Lady in town
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 12, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert A. McGowan
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert A. McGowan
- Original Title
- Election Day
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- Hal Roach Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert A. McGowan
Robert A. McGowan
Department Leadership Roster
Robert A. McGowan
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Election Day.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Election Day
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What is Election Day about?
This film revolves around Election Day, a day on which Jay R. and Joe are fighting to get votes. They warn the kids that they'll be socked in the jaw if they don't vote for them, but the kids are just trying to go about their business, namely Farina. His mother wants him to deliver laundry to her clients, but he can't go anywhere without being harassed by the gang. To escape them, he dons several costumes including that as an older woman, a dancer, and a scarecrow.
Who directed Election Day?
Election Day was directed by Robert A. McGowan.
Who stars in Election Day?
The principal cast of Election Day includes Joe Cobb, Jackie Condon, Allen 'Farina' Hoskins, Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins, Mary Ann Jackson.
When was Election Day released and how long is it?
Election Day was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 20m.