Tall, Tan and Terrific
Synopsis
Professional gambler The Duke (Dots Johnson) attempts to cheat Handsome Harry Hansom (Monte Hawley), who owns a successful Harlem nightclub, out of his club and his contract with his lead singer and girlfriend Tall, Tan, and Terrific (Francine Everett). This leads to a murder that is solved by club comic Mantan Moreland and club photographer Butterbeans (Barbara Bradford). But the plot takes little screen time, most of which is devoted to stage acts at the nightclub.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 26, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bud Pollard
- Screenplay & Story
- John E. Gordon
- Original Title
- Tall, Tan and Terrific
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 40m
- Production Studios
- Astor Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bud Pollard
John E. Gordon
Jack Etra
Shirley Stone, Bud Pollard
Bud Pollard, Robert M. Savini
Department Leadership Roster
Bud Pollard
Director
Jack Etra
Director of Photography
Bud Pollard
Producer
Shirley Stone
Editor
John E. Gordon
Writer
Bud Pollard
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tall, Tan and Terrific
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Tall, Tan and Terrific about?
Professional gambler The Duke (Dots Johnson) attempts to cheat Handsome Harry Hansom (Monte Hawley), who owns a successful Harlem nightclub, out of his club and his contract with his lead singer and girlfriend Tall, Tan, and Terrific (Francine Everett). This leads to a murder that is solved by club comic Mantan Moreland and club photographer Butterbeans (Barbara Bradford). But the plot takes little screen time, most of which is devoted to stage acts at the nightclub.
Who directed Tall, Tan and Terrific?
Tall, Tan and Terrific was directed by Bud Pollard.
Who stars in Tall, Tan and Terrific?
The principal cast of Tall, Tan and Terrific includes Mantan Moreland, Monte Hawley, Francine Everett, Dots Johnson, Rudy Toombs.
When was Tall, Tan and Terrific released and how long is it?
Tall, Tan and Terrific was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 40m.