The Big Noise
Synopsis
The Big Noise is retired textile manufacturer Julius Trent (Guy Kibbee). Seeking a new outlet for his entrepreneurial energies, Trent buys a half interest in a thriving dry-cleaning establishment. This gets him mixed up with a gang of protection racketeers, who promise dire consequences if Trent doesn't dance to their tune.
Top Cast
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Guy Kibbee
Julius Trent
Warren Hull
Ken Mitchell
Alma Lloyd
Betty Trent
Dick Foran
Don Andrews
Marie Wilson
Daisy
Henry O'Neill
Charlie Caldwell
Olin Howland
Harrison
Virginia Brissac
Mrs. Trent
William B. Davidson
Welford Andrews
George Beranger
Mr. Rosewater
Robert Emmett Keane
Mr. Aldrich
Eddie Shubert
Machine Gun Nolan
Eddy Chandler
Kerrigan, Policeman Investigating Bombing (uncredited)
Hal Craig
Policeman Discovering Schmidt (uncredited)
Bill Elliott
Sharp, Board of Directors Member (uncredited)
Al Hill
Slug Batterson, Morelli's Henchman (uncredited)
Jack Kenney
Schmidt's Henchman (uncredited)
Larry Kent
Stone, Board of Directors Member (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 22, 1936
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank McDonald
- Screenplay & Story
- George Bricker, William Jacobs
- Original Title
- The Big Noise
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank McDonald
George Bricker, William Jacobs, Edmund L. Hartmann
Terry O. Morse
Hal B. Wallis, Jack L. Warner
Department Leadership Roster
Terry O. Morse
Editor
Frank McDonald
Director
George Bricker
Screenplay
William Jacobs
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Noise
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What is The Big Noise about?
The Big Noise is retired textile manufacturer Julius Trent (Guy Kibbee). Seeking a new outlet for his entrepreneurial energies, Trent buys a half interest in a thriving dry-cleaning establishment. This gets him mixed up with a gang of protection racketeers, who promise dire consequences if Trent doesn't dance to their tune.
Who directed The Big Noise?
The Big Noise was directed by Frank McDonald.
Who stars in The Big Noise?
The principal cast of The Big Noise includes Guy Kibbee, Warren Hull, Alma Lloyd, Dick Foran, Marie Wilson.
When was The Big Noise released and how long is it?
The Big Noise was released in 1936 with a total runtime of 58m.