Petey Wheatstraw
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Synopsis
Petey Wheatstraw is a candidate to become the devil's son-in-law. The storyline is a scaffolding on which Rudy Ray Moore's standup humor can be unfolded. Beginning life as the afterbirth to a watermelon, the young Wheatstraw becomes a martial artist, but is unable to best the evil comedy team of Leroy and Skillet, who also indulge in wholesale murder. Satan restores the comedians' victims to life, and charges Petey with the task of marrying his clock-stoppingly ugly daughter to give him a grandchild. When Petey attempts to default on the deal, he is pursued by the devil's henchmen.
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Petey Wheatstraw 1977 Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-03-09
Top Cast
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Rudy Ray Moore
Petey
Jimmy Lynch
Jimmy
Leroy Daniels
Leroy
Ernest Mayhand
Skillet
Ebony Wright
Nell / Devil's Daughter
Steve Gallon
Steve
G. Tito Shaw
Lucipher
Ted Clemmons
Ted
Marvin Jones
Scarface Willie
George Mireless
Mr. White
Bryan L. Roquemore
Larry
Clifford Roquemore II
Baby Petey
Brian Breye
Bantu
Rose Williams
Petey's Mother
Sy Richardson
Petey's Father
Danny Poinson
Young Petey
A. Jay Malone
Pastor
Rodney Lockhart
Boy Fighting Young Petey
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 1, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cliff Roquemore
- Screenplay & Story
- Cliff Roquemore
- Original Score
- Nat Dove
- Original Title
- Petey Wheatstraw
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Comedian Intl Enterprise Productions (C.I.E.)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cliff Roquemore
Cliff Roquemore
Nat Dove
Nicholas Josef von Sternberg
Jack Tucker, Cecelia Hall
Theodore Toney, Burt Steiger
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Tucker
Editor
Cecelia Hall
Editor
Cliff Roquemore
Director
Jimmy Lynch
Costume Design
Cliff Roquemore
Writer
Theodore Toney
Producer
Nat Dove
Original Music Composer
Nicholas Josef von Sternberg
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Petey Wheatstraw
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Petey Wheatstraw about?
Petey Wheatstraw is a candidate to become the devil's son-in-law. The storyline is a scaffolding on which Rudy Ray Moore's standup humor can be unfolded. Beginning life as the afterbirth to a watermelon, the young Wheatstraw becomes a martial artist, but is unable to best the evil comedy team of Leroy and Skillet, who also indulge in wholesale murder. Satan restores the comedians' victims to life, and charges Petey with the task of marrying his clock-stoppingly ugly daughter to give him a grandchild. When Petey attempts to default on the deal, he is pursued by the devil's henchmen.
Who directed Petey Wheatstraw?
Petey Wheatstraw was directed by Cliff Roquemore.
Who stars in Petey Wheatstraw?
The principal cast of Petey Wheatstraw includes Rudy Ray Moore, Jimmy Lynch, Leroy Daniels, Ernest Mayhand, Ebony Wright.
When was Petey Wheatstraw released and how long is it?
Petey Wheatstraw was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for Petey Wheatstraw?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Petey Wheatstraw was composed by Nat Dove.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Petey Wheatstraw?
Petey Wheatstraw holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).