Howdy Broadway
Synopsis
A story about wild youth is framed in this early musical from Poverty Row company Rayart that includes such songs as “I Want You to Know I Love You”, performed by Ellalee Ruby and Tommy Christian and his band; “Somebody’s Sweetheart — Not Mine,” “Gypsy Love,” and the title tune. Christian plays Tommy, who reluctantly agrees to lead his band at a dance in a speakeasy where Lulu (Lucy Ames) may catch the attention of a Broadway producer. The club, however, is raided by the police and Tommy not only loses girlfriend Betty (Ruby) but finds himself expelled from college. Taking his band to Broadway, Tommy lands a spot in a high-class revue and is soon joined by a repentant Betty. The youngsters sneak away to get married while Jack Clark performs a furious tap dance.
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October 16, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles J. Hunt
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles J. Hunt
- Original Title
- Howdy Broadway
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 48m
- Production Studios
- Rayart Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles J. Hunt
Charles J. Hunt
Frank Zucker, George Webber
J.S. Harrington
Department Leadership Roster
Charles J. Hunt
Writer
Charles J. Hunt
Director
J.S. Harrington
Editor
Frank Zucker
Director of Photography
George Webber
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Howdy Broadway
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What is Howdy Broadway about?
A story about wild youth is framed in this early musical from Poverty Row company Rayart that includes such songs as “I Want You to Know I Love You”, performed by Ellalee Ruby and Tommy Christian and his band; “Somebody’s Sweetheart — Not Mine,” “Gypsy Love,” and the title tune. Christian plays Tommy, who reluctantly agrees to lead his band at a dance in a speakeasy where Lulu (Lucy Ames) may catch the attention of a Broadway producer. The club, however, is raided by the police and Tommy not only loses girlfriend Betty (Ruby) but finds himself expelled from college. Taking his band to Broadway, Tommy lands a spot in a high-class revue and is soon joined by a repentant Betty. The youngsters sneak away to get married while Jack Clark performs a furious tap dance.
Who directed Howdy Broadway?
Howdy Broadway was directed by Charles J. Hunt.
Who stars in Howdy Broadway?
The principal cast of Howdy Broadway includes Tommy Christian, Ellalee Ruby, Johnny Kane, Diana Mullen, Jack Clark.
When was Howdy Broadway released and how long is it?
Howdy Broadway was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 48m.