Shivering Shakespeare
Synopsis
The gang is participating in a program sponsored by the Golden Age Dramatic League. They present their own fractured version of Quo Vadis. Things go from bad to worse when the neighborhood tough kids disrupt the show. The pie fight is given a new twist by use of some slow motion sequences.
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Norman Chaney
Chubby
Allen 'Farina' Hoskins
Farina
Jackie Cooper
Jackie
Mary Ann Jackson
Mary Ann
Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins
Wheezer
Donald Haines
Donny
Edith Fellows
Girls Scared of Elephant
Gordon Thorpe
Effeminate boy
Douglas Greer
Turkey Egg, curtain pulller
Pete the Dog
Pete
Johnny Aber
Tough Kid (uncredited)
Georgie Billings
Shepard (uncredited)
Allan Cavan
Man who 'resents it' (uncredited)
Dorothy Coburn
Pie Seller (uncredited)
Helen Gilmore
Woman in audience (uncredited)
Carlton Griffin
Man inside bull costume (uncredited)
Clara Guiol
Pie Vendor (uncredited)
Marvin Hatley
Musician (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 25, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert A. McGowan
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert F. McGowan, H.M. Walker
- Original Title
- Shivering Shakespeare
- 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 F. McGowan, H.M. Walker
Richard C. Currier
Hal Roach
Department Leadership Roster
Robert A. McGowan
Director
Hal Roach
Producer
Richard C. Currier
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shivering Shakespeare
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Shivering Shakespeare about?
The gang is participating in a program sponsored by the Golden Age Dramatic League. They present their own fractured version of Quo Vadis. Things go from bad to worse when the neighborhood tough kids disrupt the show. The pie fight is given a new twist by use of some slow motion sequences.
Who directed Shivering Shakespeare?
Shivering Shakespeare was directed by Robert A. McGowan.
Who stars in Shivering Shakespeare?
The principal cast of Shivering Shakespeare includes Norman Chaney, Allen 'Farina' Hoskins, Jackie Cooper, Mary Ann Jackson, Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins.
When was Shivering Shakespeare released and how long is it?
Shivering Shakespeare was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 20m.