

A Hollywood Detour
Synopsis
This cartoon, featuring a running-gag throughout of a John Barrymore caricature being mobbed by fan for an autograph, is a burlesqued tour of Hollywood. The narrator conducts a tourist tour all around the town of Hollywood Boulvevard, Malibu Beach, Santa Anita Race Track, the Brown Derby, and Grauman's Chinese theatre.
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January 23, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Tashlin
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Tashlin
- Original Title
- A Hollywood Detour
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 8m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Tashlin
Frank Tashlin
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Tashlin
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Hollywood Detour
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Hollywood Detour about?
This cartoon, featuring a running-gag throughout of a John Barrymore caricature being mobbed by fan for an autograph, is a burlesqued tour of Hollywood. The narrator conducts a tourist tour all around the town of Hollywood Boulvevard, Malibu Beach, Santa Anita Race Track, the Brown Derby, and Grauman's Chinese theatre.
Who directed A Hollywood Detour?
A Hollywood Detour was directed by Frank Tashlin.
Who stars in A Hollywood Detour?
The principal cast of A Hollywood Detour includes Frank Graham, Mel Blanc.
When was A Hollywood Detour released and how long is it?
A Hollywood Detour was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 8m.
