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Palooka

January 26, 1934 1h 26m 3.0/10 (9 votes)

Originally released in 1934. Palooka is a music/comedy film. directed by Benjamin Stoloff. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jimmy Durante, Lupe Vélez, and Stuart Erwin

Synopsis

Joe Palooka is a naive young man whose father Pete was a champion boxer, but his lifestyle caused Joe's mother Mayme to leave him and to take young Joe to the country to raise him.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 26, 1934 92 years ago
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Runtime 1h 26m 86 minutes total
User Rating 3.0/10 Mixed (9 votes)
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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

  • United Artists
  • Edward Small Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Palooka about?

Joe Palooka is a naive young man whose father Pete was a champion boxer, but his lifestyle caused Joe's mother Mayme to leave him and to take young Joe to the country to raise him.

Who directed Palooka?

Palooka was directed by Benjamin Stoloff.

How long is Palooka?

Palooka has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).

When was Palooka released?

Palooka was released on January 26, 1934 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Palooka?

The main cast of Palooka includes Jimmy Durante, Lupe Vélez, Stuart Erwin, Marjorie Rambeau, Thelma Todd.