Mexican Spitfire's Elephant
"IT'S THE LAST GASP IN LAUGHS! MAMMOTH FUN! Lupe and Leon trapped between T-Men, gem-runners and a misplaced pachyderm!"
Originally released in 1942. Mexican Spitfire's Elephant is a comedy/romance film. directed by Leslie Goodwins. At just 64 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lupe Vélez, Leon Errol, and Walter Reed
Synopsis
A pair of shipboard smugglers have a large diamond hidden inside a small elephant statuette, which they plant on absentminded Lord Epping to get it past customs. Now, his lordship is visiting Uncle Matt Lindsay who looks just like him. Thanks to flirtatious Diana's efforts to get the elephant back, the comic confusion proliferates, with 'spitfire' Carmelita (now a blonde) playing a prominent part.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 17, 1942
83 years ago
Runtime
1h 4m
64 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Lupe Vélez
as Carmelita Lindsay
Leon Errol
as Uncle Matt Lindsay / Lord Basil Epping
Walter Reed
as Dennis Lindsay
Elisabeth Risdon
as Aunt Della Lindsay
Lydia Bilbrook
as Lady Ada Epping
Marion Martin
as Diana De Corro
Lyle Talbot
as Reddy
Luis Alberni
as Luigi
Arnold Kent
as Jose Alvarez, dancer
Don Barclay
as Mr. Smith of the Elephants
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mexican Spitfire's Elephant about?
A pair of shipboard smugglers have a large diamond hidden inside a small elephant statuette, which they plant on absentminded Lord Epping to get it past customs. Now, his lordship is visiting Uncle...
Who directed Mexican Spitfire's Elephant?
Mexican Spitfire's Elephant was directed by Leslie Goodwins.
How long is Mexican Spitfire's Elephant?
Mexican Spitfire's Elephant has a runtime of 1 hours and 4 minutes (64 minutes total).
When was Mexican Spitfire's Elephant released?
Mexican Spitfire's Elephant was released on September 17, 1942 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Mexican Spitfire's Elephant?
The main cast of Mexican Spitfire's Elephant includes Lupe Vélez, Leon Errol, Walter Reed, Elisabeth Risdon, Lydia Bilbrook.