The Sitter Downers
"You'll sit up and roar for more of these eggs!"
Originally released in 1937. The Sitter Downers is a comedy film. directed by Del Lord. At just 16 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Curly Howard, Larry Fine, and Moe Howard
Synopsis
The stooges are suitors who go on a sit down strike when their prospective father-in-law refuses to consent the marriages. The strike wins them fame and they receive numerous gifts including a lot and a prefabricated house. They win the strike and get married, but the wives decree no honeymoon until the house is built. The boys have some problems with the construction, especially since Curly burned up the plans. The eventually finish the house, a monstrosity that collapses when one post is accidentally moved.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 26, 1937
88 years ago
Runtime
0h 16m
16 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (15 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Curly Howard
as Curly
Larry Fine
as Larry
Moe Howard
as Moe
June Gittelson
as Flora Bell (uncredited)
Robert McKenzie
as Justice of the Peace (uncredited)
James C. Morton
as Mr. Bell (uncredited)
Charles Dorety
as Man on Street (uncredited)
Betty Mack
as Cora Bell (uncredited)
Marcia Healy
as Dora Bell (uncredited)
Charles Phillips
as Man on Street (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sitter Downers about?
The stooges are suitors who go on a sit down strike when their prospective father-in-law refuses to consent the marriages. The strike wins them fame and they receive numerous gifts including a lot ...
Who directed The Sitter Downers?
The Sitter Downers was directed by Del Lord.
How long is The Sitter Downers?
The Sitter Downers has a runtime of 0 hours and 16 minutes (16 minutes total).
When was The Sitter Downers released?
The Sitter Downers was released on November 26, 1937 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sitter Downers?
The main cast of The Sitter Downers includes Curly Howard, Larry Fine, Moe Howard, June Gittelson, Robert McKenzie.