

Playin' Hookey
Synopsis
Wheezer gets excited watching his dog Pansy attack and rip apart the chickens and furniture in the back yard. His mother is upset, and his father takes his rifle to shoot the dog. Meanwhile, Joe Cobb has taught Pansy to play dead, and after the deed is done, he hides the dog at Farina's house.

Part of the Our Gang: The Roach/Pathé silents (1922-1928)
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January 2, 1928
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert A. McGowan
- Screenplay & Story
- H.M. Walker
- Original Title
- Playin' Hookey
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 29m
- Production Studios
- Hal Roach Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert A. McGowan
H.M. Walker
Department Leadership Roster
H.M. Walker
Writer
Robert A. McGowan
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Playin' Hookey
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Playin' Hookey about?
Wheezer gets excited watching his dog Pansy attack and rip apart the chickens and furniture in the back yard. His mother is upset, and his father takes his rifle to shoot the dog. Meanwhile, Joe Cobb has taught Pansy to play dead, and after the deed is done, he hides the dog at Farina's house.
Who directed Playin' Hookey?
Playin' Hookey was directed by Robert A. McGowan.
Who stars in Playin' Hookey?
The principal cast of Playin' Hookey includes Joe Cobb, Allen 'Farina' Hoskins, Jackie Condon, Jean Darling, Jannie Hoskins.
When was Playin' Hookey released and how long is it?
Playin' Hookey was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 29m.
