The Old Homestead
“THE HILARITY HIGHSPOT OF THE YEAR!...With The Weavers at Their Wackiets”
Synopsis
In this entry in the "Weaver Family" series, the town of Farmington is being plagued by a crime wave. The angry citizens are ready to impeach the mayor, June Weaver, and the police chief, Leon Weaver. To end the crime and preserve her career, June feigns corruption and hires a real gangster to get rid of the local mobs. Unfortunately, a bona fide crooked councilman intervenes and makes real mob connections causing an earnest journalist to launch a front page attack.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 17, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank McDonald
- Screenplay & Story
- Stuart E. McGowan, Dorrell McGowan
- Original Title
- The Old Homestead
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank McDonald
Stuart E. McGowan, Dorrell McGowan, Sol Meyer
Department Leadership Roster
Frank McDonald
Director
Stuart E. McGowan
Screenplay
Dorrell McGowan
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Old Homestead
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What is The Old Homestead about?
In this entry in the "Weaver Family" series, the town of Farmington is being plagued by a crime wave. The angry citizens are ready to impeach the mayor, June Weaver, and the police chief, Leon Weaver. To end the crime and preserve her career, June feigns corruption and hires a real gangster to get rid of the local mobs. Unfortunately, a bona fide crooked councilman intervenes and makes real mob connections causing an earnest journalist to launch a front page attack.
Who directed The Old Homestead?
The Old Homestead was directed by Frank McDonald.
Who stars in The Old Homestead?
The principal cast of The Old Homestead includes Leon Weaver, Frank Weaver, June Weaver, Dick Purcell, Jed Prouty.
When was The Old Homestead released and how long is it?
The Old Homestead was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.