Hot Rod
Synopsis
A young man builds a hot rod despite the disapproval of his father, a Juvenile Court judge. Circumstantial evidence points to the innocent teenager when his car is involved in a hit-and-run accident and he must reconcile with his father.
Top Cast
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Jimmy Lydon
David Langham Jr.
Art Baker
Judge David Langham
Gil Stratton
Clarence 'Swifty' Johnson
Gloria Winters
Janie Evans
Myron Healey
Policeman Joe Langham
Tommy Bond
Jack Blodgett
Jean Dean
Gloria
Bret Hamilton
Paul - Policeman Joe's Partner
Marshall Reed
John C. Roberts
Dennis Moore
Motorcycle Patrolman
William J. Vincent
Holdup Man
Frank McLure
Town Councilman (uncredited)
Bess Flowers
Courtroom spectator
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 22, 1950
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lewis D. Collins
- Screenplay & Story
- Daniel B. Ullman
- Original Score
- Edward J. Kay
- Original Title
- Hot Rod
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Production Studios
- Monogram Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lewis D. Collins
Daniel B. Ullman
Edward J. Kay
Gilbert Warrenton
Roy V. Livingston
Jerry Thomas
Department Leadership Roster
Lewis D. Collins
Director
Daniel B. Ullman
Writer
Jerry Thomas
Producer
Roy V. Livingston
Editor
Gilbert Warrenton
Director of Photography
Edward J. Kay
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Hot Rod.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hot Rod
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hot Rod about?
A young man builds a hot rod despite the disapproval of his father, a Juvenile Court judge. Circumstantial evidence points to the innocent teenager when his car is involved in a hit-and-run accident and he must reconcile with his father.
Who directed Hot Rod?
Hot Rod was directed by Lewis D. Collins.
Who stars in Hot Rod?
The principal cast of Hot Rod includes Jimmy Lydon, Art Baker, Gil Stratton, Gloria Winters, Myron Healey.
When was Hot Rod released and how long is it?
Hot Rod was released in 1950 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.
Who composed the musical score for Hot Rod?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hot Rod was composed by Edward J. Kay.