The Noose Hangs High
"BUD ABBOTT LOU COSTELLO in the CHOKE of the Century!"
Originally released in 1948. The Noose Hangs High is a comedy film. directed by Charles Barton. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, and Joseph Calleia
Synopsis
Two window washers who are mistaken by Nick Craig, a bookie, as the messengers he sent for to pick up $50,000. Now the person he sent them to sent two of his men to get the money back but they found out about it. So they try to mail to Craig but a mix up has the money sent somewhere else and the woman who got it spent it. Now Craig needs the money to pay off one of his clients.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 5, 1948
77 years ago
Runtime
1h 17m
77 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (22 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Bud Abbott
as Ted Higgins
Lou Costello
as Homer Hinchcliffe
Joseph Calleia
as Nick Craig
Leon Errol
as Julius Caesar 'J.C.' McBride
Cathy Downs
as Carol Blair
Mike Mazurki
as Chuck
Fritz Feld
as Psychiatrist
Elvia Allman
as Woman (uncredited)
Lois Austin
as Woman on Street (uncredited)
Ellen Corby
as Hilda - Maid (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Abbott & Costello Productions Inc.
- Eagle-Lion Films (US)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Noose Hangs High about?
Two window washers who are mistaken by Nick Craig, a bookie, as the messengers he sent for to pick up $50,000. Now the person he sent them to sent two of his men to get the money back but they foun...
Who directed The Noose Hangs High?
The Noose Hangs High was directed by Charles Barton.
How long is The Noose Hangs High?
The Noose Hangs High has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was The Noose Hangs High released?
The Noose Hangs High was released on April 5, 1948 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Noose Hangs High?
The main cast of The Noose Hangs High includes Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Joseph Calleia, Leon Errol, Cathy Downs.