Captain Spanky's Show Boat
Synopsis
An abandoned old show boat is moored in a lazy creek. The Our Gang put the old vessel back to use when they stage a show featuring "Darla's Dancin' Dandies" and a "meller dramer" entitled "Out in the Snow You Go." All is not smooth sailing however, as Butch seeks revenge for having been excluded from the cast.
Part of the Our Gang: The MGM talkies (1929-1938)
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 8, 1939
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward L. Cahn
- Screenplay & Story
- Hal Law, Robert A. McGowan
- Original Title
- Captain Spanky's Show Boat
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward L. Cahn
Hal Law, Robert A. McGowan
Robert Pittack
Roy Brickner
Department Leadership Roster
Hal Law
Writer
Edward L. Cahn
Director
Robert A. McGowan
Writer
Roy Brickner
Editor
Robert Pittack
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Captain Spanky's Show Boat
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What is Captain Spanky's Show Boat about?
An abandoned old show boat is moored in a lazy creek. The Our Gang put the old vessel back to use when they stage a show featuring "Darla's Dancin' Dandies" and a "meller dramer" entitled "Out in the Snow You Go." All is not smooth sailing however, as Butch seeks revenge for having been excluded from the cast.
Who directed Captain Spanky's Show Boat?
Captain Spanky's Show Boat was directed by Edward L. Cahn.
Who stars in Captain Spanky's Show Boat?
The principal cast of Captain Spanky's Show Boat includes George McFarland, Carl Switzer, Tommy Bond, Billie Thomas, Shirley Coates.
When was Captain Spanky's Show Boat released and how long is it?
Captain Spanky's Show Boat was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 11m.