Malice in the Palace
Synopsis
Set in a desert land where the stooges run a restaurant, the boys set out to recover the stolen Rootin Tootin diamond after they learn from the thieves that the Emir of Shmo has absconded with the contraband jewel. They journey to the stronghold of Shmo where they disguise as Santa Clauses and scare the ruler into giving them the diamond.
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Shemp Howard
Shemp
Larry Fine
Larry
Moe Howard
Moe
Vernon Dent
Hassan Ben Sober
George J. Lewis
Ginna Rumma
Frank Lackteen
Affa Dolla
Everett Brown
Nubian Guard (uncredited)
Johnny Kascier
Emir of Schmow (uncredited)
Jack Norton
Emir of Schmoe (uncredited)
Joe Palma
Guard Outside Palace (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1949
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jules White
- Screenplay & Story
- Felix Adler
- Original Title
- Malice in the Palace
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 16m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jules White
Felix Adler
Edwin H. Bryant
Jules White
Department Leadership Roster
Jules White
Director
Felix Adler
Writer
Edwin H. Bryant
Editor
Jules White
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Malice in the Palace
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What is Malice in the Palace about?
Set in a desert land where the stooges run a restaurant, the boys set out to recover the stolen Rootin Tootin diamond after they learn from the thieves that the Emir of Shmo has absconded with the contraband jewel. They journey to the stronghold of Shmo where they disguise as Santa Clauses and scare the ruler into giving them the diamond.
Who directed Malice in the Palace?
Malice in the Palace was directed by Jules White.
Who stars in Malice in the Palace?
The principal cast of Malice in the Palace includes Shemp Howard, Larry Fine, Moe Howard, Vernon Dent, George J. Lewis.
When was Malice in the Palace released and how long is it?
Malice in the Palace was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 16m.