Hook a Crook
Originally released in 1955. Hook a Crook is a comedy film. directed by Jules White. At just 16 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Joe Besser, Jim Hawthorne, and Steve Calvert
Synopsis
Joe Besser and Jim Hawthorne are detectives trying to recover stolen jewels. They see a necklace on a furry arm, and deduce that a man wearing a fur coat was the thief. They, instead, encounter a gorilla.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Joe Besser
as Joe Besser
Jim Hawthorne
as Hawthorne (as hawthorne)
Steve Calvert
as Gorilla (archive footage)
Eddie Baker
as Thief (archive footage) (uncredited)
Barbara Bartay
as Fifi (uncredited)
Lela Bliss
as Mrs. Van Sickle (uncredited)
Dan Blocker
as Gorilla (uncredited)
Ray Corrigan
as Gorilla (archive footage) (uncredited)
Dudley Dickerson
as Janitor (uncredited)
Tom Kennedy
as I. Katchum (archive footage) (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hook a Crook about?
Joe Besser and Jim Hawthorne are detectives trying to recover stolen jewels. They see a necklace on a furry arm, and deduce that a man wearing a fur coat was the thief. They, instead, encounter a g...
Who directed Hook a Crook?
Hook a Crook was directed by Jules White.
How long is Hook a Crook?
Hook a Crook has a runtime of 0 hours and 16 minutes (16 minutes total).
When was Hook a Crook released?
Hook a Crook was released on November 24, 1955 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hook a Crook?
The main cast of Hook a Crook includes Joe Besser, Jim Hawthorne, Steve Calvert, Eddie Baker, Barbara Bartay.