House-Rent Party
Originally released in 1946. House-Rent Party is a comedy/music film. directed by Sam Newfield.
Starring Dewey 'Pigmeat' Markham, John 'Rastus' Murray, and Alfred Cortez
Synopsis
Summaries
Shorty's wife throws him out of the house for lying around reading detective thrillers and letting his boss Pigmeat get away with not paying him for the work he does at Pigmeat's barber shop in Harlem. He runs into Pigmeat on the street and asks for the money he's owed, but Pigmeat winds up convincing him that not only does he not owe Shorty any salary, but he actually overpays Shorty $1.25 a week. Later, Shorty reads about a jewel thief on the loose in Harlem and that there's a reward of $1,000 for his capture. He convinces Pigmeat that the two of them can catch this guy, collect the reward and then become famous detectives. Complications ensue.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 23, 1946
80 years ago
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is House-Rent Party about?
Summaries Shorty's wife throws him out of the house for lying around reading detective thrillers and letting his boss Pigmeat get away with not paying him for the work he does at Pigmeat's barber ...
Who directed House-Rent Party?
House-Rent Party was directed by Sam Newfield.
When was House-Rent Party released?
House-Rent Party was released on January 23, 1946 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in House-Rent Party?
The main cast of House-Rent Party includes Dewey 'Pigmeat' Markham, John 'Rastus' Murray, Alfred Cortez, David Bethea, Rudy Toombs.