
The Big Beef
Synopsis
Edgar invites his boss home for a steak dinner, but the steak hasn't arrived. A pushy book salesman does arrives and this causes Edgar a few problems and several slow-burns. The double-take slow-burn comes when the meat arrives in the form of a live, 1000-pound steer.
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October 19, 1945
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles E. Roberts
- Original Title
- The Big Beef
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 17m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles E. Roberts
Department Leadership Roster
Charles E. Roberts
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Beef
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What is The Big Beef about?
Edgar invites his boss home for a steak dinner, but the steak hasn't arrived. A pushy book salesman does arrives and this causes Edgar a few problems and several slow-burns. The double-take slow-burn comes when the meat arrives in the form of a live, 1000-pound steer.
Who directed The Big Beef?
The Big Beef was directed by Charles E. Roberts.
Who stars in The Big Beef?
The principal cast of The Big Beef includes Edgar Kennedy, Florence Lake, Jack Rice, Dot Farley, Emory Parnell.
When was The Big Beef released and how long is it?
The Big Beef was released in 1945 with a total runtime of 17m.
