Hook, Line and Sinker
"Riding a Cyclone of Laughs Through a Broadway Hotel"
Originally released in 1930. Hook, Line and Sinker is a comedy/romance film. directed by Edward F. Cline. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bert Wheeler, Robert Woolsey, and Dorothy Lee
Synopsis
Two fast-talking insurance salesmen meet Mary, who is running away from her wealthy mother, and they agree to help her run a hotel that she owns. When they find out that the hotel is run down and nearly abandoned, they launch a phony PR campaign that presents the hotel as a resort favored by the rich. Their advertising succeeds too well, and many complications soon arise.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 26, 1930
95 years ago
Runtime
1h 15m
75 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (14 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Bert Wheeler
as Wilbur Boswell
Robert Woolsey
as Addington Ganzy
Dorothy Lee
as Mary Marsh
Jobyna Howland
as Mrs. Rebecca Marsh
Natalie Moorhead
as Duchess Bessie Von Essie
Hugh Herbert
as Hotel House Detective
George F. Marion
as Ritz de la Rivera Bellboy
William B. Davidson
as Frank Dukette aka Duke of Winchester (as William Davidson)
Stanley Fields
as McKay, Blackwell Henchman
Ralf Harolde
as John Blackwell aka Buffalo Blackie
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hook, Line and Sinker about?
Two fast-talking insurance salesmen meet Mary, who is running away from her wealthy mother, and they agree to help her run a hotel that she owns. When they find out that the hotel is run down and n...
Who directed Hook, Line and Sinker?
Hook, Line and Sinker was directed by Edward F. Cline.
How long is Hook, Line and Sinker?
Hook, Line and Sinker has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was Hook, Line and Sinker released?
Hook, Line and Sinker was released on December 26, 1930 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hook, Line and Sinker?
The main cast of Hook, Line and Sinker includes Bert Wheeler, Robert Woolsey, Dorothy Lee, Jobyna Howland, Natalie Moorhead.