The Naughty Nineties
"A Show Boat Load of Laughter!"
Originally released in 1945. The Naughty Nineties is a comedy film. directed by Jean Yarbrough. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, and Alan Curtis
Synopsis
In the gay '90s, cardsharps take over a Mississippi riverboat from a kindly captain. Their first act is to change the showboat into a floating gambling house. A ham actor and his bumbling sidekick try to devise a way to help the captain regain ownership of the vessel.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 20, 1945
80 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (28 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Bud Abbott
as Dexter Broadhurst
Lou Costello
as Sebastian Dinwiddle
Alan Curtis
as Mr. Crawford
Rita Johnson
as Bonita Farrow
Henry Travers
as Capt. Sam Jackson
Lois Collier
as Miss Caroline Jackson
Joe Sawyer
as Bailey
Joe Kirk
as Croupier
Bill Alcorn
as Specialty Dancer (uncredited)
Audley Anderson
as Card Player (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Naughty Nineties about?
In the gay '90s, cardsharps take over a Mississippi riverboat from a kindly captain. Their first act is to change the showboat into a floating gambling house. A ham actor and his bumbling sidekick ...
Who directed The Naughty Nineties?
The Naughty Nineties was directed by Jean Yarbrough.
How long is The Naughty Nineties?
The Naughty Nineties has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was The Naughty Nineties released?
The Naughty Nineties was released on June 20, 1945 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Naughty Nineties?
The main cast of The Naughty Nineties includes Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Alan Curtis, Rita Johnson, Henry Travers.