Boys Will Be Boys
Originally released in 1935. Boys Will Be Boys is a comedy film. directed by William Beaudine. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Will Hay, Gordon Harker, and Jimmy Hanley
Synopsis
Alec Smart, who is engaged teaching in a prison, applies for the job of headmaster at a nearby public school to replace the previous headmaster who has been convicted of writing forged cheques and has just been sent to prison. Smart appeals to the Governor to write him a good reference which he pretends to. Afterwards he writes his real recommendation which is very negative about Smart's talents. The trustee who works as the Governor's secretary, Faker Brown, "accidentally" gets the two letters mixed up and delivers the one praising Smart. On the basis of the letter, Lady Dorking, the who runs the Board of Governors appoints Smart to the job. This angers her deputy, Colonel Crableigh, who had favoured promoting his nephew, the Deputy head.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 1, 1935
90 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (16 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Gainsborough Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boys Will Be Boys about?
Alec Smart, who is engaged teaching in a prison, applies for the job of headmaster at a nearby public school to replace the previous headmaster who has been convicted of writing forged cheques and ...
Who directed Boys Will Be Boys?
Boys Will Be Boys was directed by William Beaudine.
How long is Boys Will Be Boys?
Boys Will Be Boys has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was Boys Will Be Boys released?
Boys Will Be Boys was released on July 1, 1935 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Boys Will Be Boys?
The main cast of Boys Will Be Boys includes Will Hay, Gordon Harker, Jimmy Hanley, Davy Burnaby, Norma Varden.