The Lemon Drop Kid
“"Damon Runyon's The Lemon Drop Kid"”
Synopsis
The Lemon Drop Kid is a fast-talking racetrack bum who swindles $100 from an old, ailing man. He takes it on the lam with his sidekick, The Professor.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 27, 1934
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marshall Neilan
- Screenplay & Story
- Howard J. Green
- Original Title
- The Lemon Drop Kid
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marshall Neilan
Howard J. Green, Damon Runyon
William LeBaron
Department Leadership Roster
Marshall Neilan
Director
Howard J. Green
Screenplay
William LeBaron
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Lemon Drop Kid
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What is The Lemon Drop Kid about?
The Lemon Drop Kid is a fast-talking racetrack bum who swindles $100 from an old, ailing man. He takes it on the lam with his sidekick, The Professor.
Who directed The Lemon Drop Kid?
The Lemon Drop Kid was directed by Marshall Neilan.
Who stars in The Lemon Drop Kid?
The principal cast of The Lemon Drop Kid includes Lee Tracy, Helen Mack, William Frawley, Minna Gombell, Baby LeRoy.
When was The Lemon Drop Kid released and how long is it?
The Lemon Drop Kid was released in 1934 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Lemon Drop Kid?
The Lemon Drop Kid holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).