The Broadway Hoofer
Synopsis
Broadway dancing star Adele Dorey who, overworked and exhausted, suddenly ups and leaves New York in favor of a country village. But when promoter Bobby Lewis (Egan) of the barnstorming Gay Girlies Burlesque Company arrives in town, he picks an incognito Adele among all the pretty village girls to star in his new show. On a lark, Adele introduces her maid Jane (Louise Fazenda) as her mother and accepts a contract. When Adele's identity is finally revealed, the slumming star apologizes for her deception by offering Bobby a Broadway job.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 15, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Archainbaud
- Screenplay & Story
- Gladys Lehman
- Original Title
- The Broadway Hoofer
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Archainbaud
Gladys Lehman
Department Leadership Roster
George Archainbaud
Director
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What is The Broadway Hoofer about?
Broadway dancing star Adele Dorey who, overworked and exhausted, suddenly ups and leaves New York in favor of a country village. But when promoter Bobby Lewis (Egan) of the barnstorming Gay Girlies Burlesque Company arrives in town, he picks an incognito Adele among all the pretty village girls to star in his new show. On a lark, Adele introduces her maid Jane (Louise Fazenda) as her mother and accepts a contract. When Adele's identity is finally revealed, the slumming star apologizes for her deception by offering Bobby a Broadway job.
Who directed The Broadway Hoofer?
The Broadway Hoofer was directed by George Archainbaud.
Who stars in The Broadway Hoofer?
The principal cast of The Broadway Hoofer includes Marie Saxon, Jack Egan, Louise Fazenda, Howard Hickman, Ernest Hilliard.
When was The Broadway Hoofer released and how long is it?
The Broadway Hoofer was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.