How to Frame a Figg
“Runaway hilarity when Don Knotts runs down City Hall...in search of the buried secrets of a gang of crooked politicians. The movie the entire family will enjoy!”
Synopsis
Don Knotts is Hollis Figg, the dumbest bookkeeper in town. When the city fathers buy a second-hand computer to cover up their financial shenanigans, they promote Figg to look after things, knowing he'll never catch on. Their plan backfires when Figg becomes self-important and accidentally discovers their plot.
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The Perfect Accountant
Type: Clip • Published 2009-12-12
Top Cast
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Don Knotts
Hollis Alexander Figg
Elaine Joyce
Ema Letha Kusic
Joe Flynn
Kermit Sanderson
Edward Andrews
Mayor Robert Chisholm
Frank Welker
Prentiss Gates
Yvonne Craig
Glorianna Hastings
Parker Fennelly
Old Charley Spaulding
Bill Zuckert
Commissioner Henderson
Pitt Herbert
Dr. Schmidt
Robert P. Lieb
Commissioner Hayes
Bob Hastings
Chris Groat
Bruce Kirby
Dale Groat
Stuart Nisbet
Gentry Groat
James Millhollin
Funeral Director
Fay DeWitt
Grace
Savannah Bentley
Ethel Purvis
Athena Lorde
Agnes
Bill Quinn
Asst. Atty. Gen. John Carmoni
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 1971
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Rafkin
- Screenplay & Story
- Don Knotts, George Tibbles, Edward Montagne
- Original Score
- Vic Mizzy
- Original Title
- How to Frame a Figg
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Rafkin
Don Knotts, George Tibbles, Edward Montagne
Vic Mizzy
William Margulies
Sam E. Waxman
Edward Montagne
Department Leadership Roster
William Margulies
Director of Photography
Alan Rafkin
Director
Sam E. Waxman
Editor
Helen Colvig
Costume Design
Edward Montagne
Producer
Vic Mizzy
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About How to Frame a Figg
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What is How to Frame a Figg about?
Don Knotts is Hollis Figg, the dumbest bookkeeper in town. When the city fathers buy a second-hand computer to cover up their financial shenanigans, they promote Figg to look after things, knowing he'll never catch on. Their plan backfires when Figg becomes self-important and accidentally discovers their plot.
Who directed How to Frame a Figg?
How to Frame a Figg was directed by Alan Rafkin.
Who stars in How to Frame a Figg?
The principal cast of How to Frame a Figg includes Don Knotts, Elaine Joyce, Joe Flynn, Edward Andrews, Frank Welker.
When was How to Frame a Figg released and how long is it?
How to Frame a Figg was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
Who composed the musical score for How to Frame a Figg?
The original motion picture soundtrack for How to Frame a Figg was composed by Vic Mizzy.
What is the age rating and content advisory for How to Frame a Figg?
How to Frame a Figg holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).