One Hysterical Night
"YOU'LL RAVE! YOU'LL ROAR WITH LAFFS!"
Originally released in 1929. One Hysterical Night is a romance/comedy film. directed by William James Craft. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Reginald Denny, Nora Lane, and E.J. Ratcliffe
Synopsis
The scheming aunt and uncle of William Judd, heir to the family fortune, persuade him to pose as Napoleon at a fancy masquerade ball, but they are actually having him committed to an insane asylum. Since all the other inmates/attendees think they are historical figures such as Robin Hood, the Duke of Wellington, Paul Revere, William Tell, Salome, Robinson Crusoe, Sherlock Holmes and others, it takes a while for Judd to separate the wheat from the chaff and prove he is not deranged. His quest becomes more urgent when he falls in love with a nurse named Josephine, who does not think she is Napoleon's "Josephine" but is convinced Judd thinks he is Napoleaon.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 5, 1929
96 years ago
Runtime
1h 15m
75 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is One Hysterical Night about?
The scheming aunt and uncle of William Judd, heir to the family fortune, persuade him to pose as Napoleon at a fancy masquerade ball, but they are actually having him committed to an insane asylum....
Who directed One Hysterical Night?
One Hysterical Night was directed by William James Craft.
How long is One Hysterical Night?
One Hysterical Night has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was One Hysterical Night released?
One Hysterical Night was released on October 5, 1929 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in One Hysterical Night?
The main cast of One Hysterical Night includes Reginald Denny, Nora Lane, E.J. Ratcliffe, Fritz Feld, Slim Summerville.