

Fair and Muddy
Synopsis
Living in an orphanage, the gang has to deal with Amanda, a child-hating spinster. To receive a bequest from a rich uncle, she must acquire a child. Thinking suspicion, the gang causes all kinds of havoc toward her including a mud battle.

Part of the Our Gang: The Roach/MGM silents (1927–1929)
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Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Joe Cobb
Joe
Jackie Condon
Jackie
Jean Darling
Jean
Allen 'Farina' Hoskins
Farina
Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins
Wheezer
Mildred Kornman
Mildred
Jay R. Smith
Jay
Harry Spear
Harry
The Wonder Dog Pal
Pansy
Johnny Aber
Orphan
Bobby Dean
Orphan Who Runs Into Joe
Edgar Dearing
Motorcycle Cop
Alfred Fisher
Granpa Evans
Charles King
Chauffeur
Florence Lee
Grandma Evans
Lillian Leighton
Mrs. Amanda Schultz
Sam Lufkin
Man Who Laughs at Muddy Woman
Caroline Rankin
Alvira
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 5, 1928
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Oelze
- Original Title
- Fair and Muddy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- Hal Roach Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Oelze
Art Lloyd
Richard C. Currier
Hal Roach
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Oelze
Director
Hal Roach
Producer
Art Lloyd
Director of Photography
Richard C. Currier
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fair and Muddy
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fair and Muddy about?
Living in an orphanage, the gang has to deal with Amanda, a child-hating spinster. To receive a bequest from a rich uncle, she must acquire a child. Thinking suspicion, the gang causes all kinds of havoc toward her including a mud battle.
Who directed Fair and Muddy?
Fair and Muddy was directed by Charles Oelze.
Who stars in Fair and Muddy?
The principal cast of Fair and Muddy includes Joe Cobb, Jackie Condon, Jean Darling, Allen 'Farina' Hoskins, Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins.
When was Fair and Muddy released and how long is it?
Fair and Muddy was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 20m.
