Three on a Limb
Synopsis
Scoutmaster Elmer Brown loses his heart to the pretty carhop who works in a drive-in diner. Complicating his romantic longings is her policeman fiancé. When he tries to eliminate Elmer by giving him traffic tickets for every conceivable violation, the girl takes pity on the martyred Elmer and they drive off together. She informs him that she is also fending off another suitor, Oscar; and to make matters worse, her father is backing the cop while her mother promotes Oscar. Eventually all three men wind up competing for her hand at a chaotic wedding ceremony that ends with Elmer winning his beloved.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 3, 1936
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Lamont
- Screenplay & Story
- Vernon Smith
- Original Title
- Three on a Limb
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- Educational Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Lamont
Vernon Smith
Gus Peterson
E.W. Hammons, E.H. Allen
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Lamont
Director
E.W. Hammons
Producer
Gus Peterson
Director of Photography
E.H. Allen
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Three on a Limb
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Three on a Limb about?
Scoutmaster Elmer Brown loses his heart to the pretty carhop who works in a drive-in diner. Complicating his romantic longings is her policeman fiancé. When he tries to eliminate Elmer by giving him traffic tickets for every conceivable violation, the girl takes pity on the martyred Elmer and they drive off together. She informs him that she is also fending off another suitor, Oscar; and to make matters worse, her father is backing the cop while her mother promotes Oscar. Eventually all three men wind up competing for her hand at a chaotic wedding ceremony that ends with Elmer winning his beloved.
Who directed Three on a Limb?
Three on a Limb was directed by Charles Lamont.
Who stars in Three on a Limb?
The principal cast of Three on a Limb includes Buster Keaton, Lona Andre, Harold Goodwin, Grant Withers, Barbara Bedford.
When was Three on a Limb released and how long is it?
Three on a Limb was released in 1936 with a total runtime of 18m.