Cuban Pete
Synopsis
Unable to complete the deal by telephone, advertising executive Roberts sends his assistant Ann to Cuba to lure a Cuban band, led by Desi Arnaz, on to an American radio program. Attracted to Ann, Arnaz and his band come to New York but complications arise when the squeaky-voiced, addle-brained sponsor of the program decides she wants to be the vocalist on the program.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 26, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Yarbrough
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Presnell Sr., M. Coates Webster
- Original Title
- Cuban Pete
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Yarbrough
Robert Presnell Sr., M. Coates Webster, Bernard Feins
Maury Gertsman
Otto Ludwig
Howard Welsch
Department Leadership Roster
Jean Yarbrough
Director
Otto Ludwig
Editor
Robert Presnell Sr.
Screenplay
Vera West
Costume Design
M. Coates Webster
Screenplay
Maury Gertsman
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cuban Pete
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What is Cuban Pete about?
Unable to complete the deal by telephone, advertising executive Roberts sends his assistant Ann to Cuba to lure a Cuban band, led by Desi Arnaz, on to an American radio program. Attracted to Ann, Arnaz and his band come to New York but complications arise when the squeaky-voiced, addle-brained sponsor of the program decides she wants to be the vocalist on the program.
Who directed Cuban Pete?
Cuban Pete was directed by Jean Yarbrough.
Who stars in Cuban Pete?
The principal cast of Cuban Pete includes Desi Arnaz, Joan Shawlee, Beverly Simmons, Don Porter, Jacqueline deWit.
When was Cuban Pete released and how long is it?
Cuban Pete was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.