Fool's Gold
“Here Comes Hoppy !”
Synopsis
The son of an Army friend is about the join an outlaw gang. Hoppy prevents this and brings the gang to justice.
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Top Cast
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William Boyd
Hopalong Cassidy
Andy Clyde
California Carlson
Rand Brooks
Lucky Jenkins
Robert Emmett Keane
Professor Dixon
Jane Randolph
Jessie Dixon
Fred 'Snowflake' Toones
Speed
Steve Barclay
Bruce Landy
Harry Cording
Duke
Earle Hodgins
Sandler
Robert Bentley
Barton
William 'Wee Willie' Davis
Blackie
Forbes Murray
Colonel Jed Landy
Glen Gallagher
Lieutenant
Ben Corbett
Sergeant
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 9, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Archainbaud
- Screenplay & Story
- Doris Schroeder
- Original Score
- David Chudnow
- Original Title
- Fool's Gold
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
- Production Studios
- Hopalong Cassidy Productions Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Archainbaud
Doris Schroeder, Clarence E. Mulford
David Chudnow
Fred W. Berger
Lewis J. Rachmil
Department Leadership Roster
George Archainbaud
Director
Lewis J. Rachmil
Producer
Fred W. Berger
Editor
Doris Schroeder
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fool's Gold
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fool's Gold about?
The son of an Army friend is about the join an outlaw gang. Hoppy prevents this and brings the gang to justice.
Who directed Fool's Gold?
Fool's Gold was directed by George Archainbaud.
Who stars in Fool's Gold?
The principal cast of Fool's Gold includes William Boyd, Andy Clyde, Rand Brooks, Robert Emmett Keane, Jane Randolph.
When was Fool's Gold released and how long is it?
Fool's Gold was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.
Who composed the musical score for Fool's Gold?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Fool's Gold was composed by David Chudnow.
Is Fool's Gold based on a book or true story?
Fool's Gold is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Clarence E. Mulford".