Hurray for Hooligan movie poster

Hurray for Hooligan

November 19, 1937 0h 18m

Originally released in 1937. Hurray for Hooligan is a comedy film. directed by William Watson. At just 18 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Tom Patricola and Buster West

Synopsis

Promoters Buster and Tom pick up a prizefighter with a knock-out punch but learn that he won't put up a fight unless he is mad, and the only thing that makes him mad is the sight of a bearded man. They arrange a fight with the world's champion and get great odds after the gamblers see their fighter's sparring partners slap him around unmercifully. The day of the fight arrives and Buster and Tom are full of confidence as they have hired a bearded man to set in the first row...but the man has shaved off his beard. But all is not lost as they steal a couple of toupees from ringside spectators and put them on as beards. Their fighter knocks out the champion, the referee, some policemen and himself before the mêlée is over.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 19, 1937 88 years ago
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Runtime 0h 18m 18 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Educational Films Corporation of America

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hurray for Hooligan about?

Promoters Buster and Tom pick up a prizefighter with a knock-out punch but learn that he won't put up a fight unless he is mad, and the only thing that makes him mad is the sight of a bearded man. ...

Who directed Hurray for Hooligan?

Hurray for Hooligan was directed by William Watson.

How long is Hurray for Hooligan?

Hurray for Hooligan has a runtime of 0 hours and 18 minutes (18 minutes total).

When was Hurray for Hooligan released?

Hurray for Hooligan was released on November 19, 1937 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Hurray for Hooligan?

The main cast of Hurray for Hooligan includes Tom Patricola, Buster West.