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7.0 / 10(3 votes)IMDb19281h 0mUnited States of America

Let 'Er Go Gallegher

Synopsis

Young John Gallagher wants to be a newspaper reporter. One day he witnesses a murder committed by a mysterious man with only four fingers on one hand. He gives his account of the murder and a description of the killer to his hero, newsman Henry Callahan, resulting in his getting a job on the paper as an office boy. When circumstances arise that result in Callahan losing his job on the paper, he and Gallagher set out to discover the identity of the killer and help Callahan get his job back.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 14, 1928

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Elmer Clifton
Screenplay & Story
Elliott J. Clawson
Original Title
Let 'Er Go Gallegher
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 0m
Production Studios
DeMille Pictures Corporation

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Elmer Clifton

Screenplay & Story

Elliott J. Clawson

Director of Photography

Lucien N. Andriot

Film Editing

Harold McLernon

Producers

Cecil B. DeMille

Department Leadership Roster

Elmer Clifton

Elmer Clifton

Director

Elliott J. Clawson

Screenplay

Adrian

Adrian

Costume Design

Harold McLernon

Editor

Lucien N. Andriot

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Let 'Er Go Gallegher.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Let 'Er Go Gallegher

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Let 'Er Go Gallegher about?

Young John Gallagher wants to be a newspaper reporter. One day he witnesses a murder committed by a mysterious man with only four fingers on one hand. He gives his account of the murder and a description of the killer to his hero, newsman Henry Callahan, resulting in his getting a job on the paper as an office boy. When circumstances arise that result in Callahan losing his job on the paper, he and Gallagher set out to discover the identity of the killer and help Callahan get his job back.

Who directed Let 'Er Go Gallegher?

Let 'Er Go Gallegher was directed by Elmer Clifton.

Who stars in Let 'Er Go Gallegher?

The principal cast of Let 'Er Go Gallegher includes Frank Coghlan Jr., Harrison Ford, Elinor Fair, Wade Boteler, E.H. Calvert.

When was Let 'Er Go Gallegher released and how long is it?

Let 'Er Go Gallegher was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.