Hue and Cry
"The Film that Begs to Differ"
Originally released in 1947. Hue and Cry is a comedy/crime film. directed by Charles Crichton. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alastair Sim, Jack Warner, and Valerie White
Synopsis
A gang of street boys foil a master crook who sends commands for robberies by cunningly altering a comic strip's wording each week, unknown to writer and printer. The first of the Ealing comedies.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 1, 1947
79 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (49 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Ealing Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hue and Cry about?
A gang of street boys foil a master crook who sends commands for robberies by cunningly altering a comic strip's wording each week, unknown to writer and printer. The first of the Ealing comedies.
Who directed Hue and Cry?
Hue and Cry was directed by Charles Crichton.
How long is Hue and Cry?
Hue and Cry has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was Hue and Cry released?
Hue and Cry was released on February 1, 1947 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hue and Cry?
The main cast of Hue and Cry includes Alastair Sim, Jack Warner, Valerie White, Jack Lambert, Harry Fowler.