Public Jitterbug No. 1
Originally released in 1938. Public Jitterbug No. 1 is a music film. directed by Joseph Henabery. At just 21 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Betty Hutton, Hal Le Roy, and Chaz Chase
Synopsis
The government has set up a special agency to stamp out what it considers the number one public menace: the jitterbug. They aren't after the many followers, but the primary perpetrator of the jitterbug, who they've coined "Public Jitterbug No. 1". Hal Sturges is one of several agents working on the case who goes undercover as a dancer in Broadway haunts to find and capture Public Jitterbug No. 1. In his investigation, Hal runs across the beautiful Betty, a seemingly innocent bystander. Hal and Betty fall for each other. However Betty is unaware that Hal is a federal agent, and Hal is unaware that Betty is Public Jitterbug No. 1. Will their roles as agent and public menace number one take priority over their roles of man and woman?
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 9, 1938
87 years ago
Runtime
0h 21m
21 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Public Jitterbug No. 1 about?
The government has set up a special agency to stamp out what it considers the number one public menace: the jitterbug. They aren't after the many followers, but the primary perpetrator of the jitte...
Who directed Public Jitterbug No. 1?
Public Jitterbug No. 1 was directed by Joseph Henabery.
How long is Public Jitterbug No. 1?
Public Jitterbug No. 1 has a runtime of 0 hours and 21 minutes (21 minutes total).
When was Public Jitterbug No. 1 released?
Public Jitterbug No. 1 was released on May 9, 1938 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Public Jitterbug No. 1?
The main cast of Public Jitterbug No. 1 includes Betty Hutton, Hal Le Roy, Chaz Chase, Tom Emerson.