Too Busy to Work movie poster

Too Busy to Work

"Cornerstones! Committees! Little theatres! "Screwball" country cousins! The Joneses have never been so upside down. How would YOU like to have a "screwball" Joan Davis move in on you? Well, that's how the Jonses feel, too."

November 17, 1939 1h 4m

Originally released in 1939. Too Busy to Work is a comedy film. directed by Otto Brower. At just 64 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jed Prouty, Spring Byington, and Kenneth Howell

Synopsis

The Jones family females decide to teach Father a lesson. He's neglecting the family business to run for mayor, so they decide to neglect their household chores.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 17, 1939 86 years ago
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Runtime 1h 4m 64 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • 20th Century Fox

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Too Busy to Work about?

The Jones family females decide to teach Father a lesson. He's neglecting the family business to run for mayor, so they decide to neglect their household chores.

Who directed Too Busy to Work?

Too Busy to Work was directed by Otto Brower.

How long is Too Busy to Work?

Too Busy to Work has a runtime of 1 hours and 4 minutes (64 minutes total).

When was Too Busy to Work released?

Too Busy to Work was released on November 17, 1939 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Too Busy to Work?

The main cast of Too Busy to Work includes Jed Prouty, Spring Byington, Kenneth Howell, Florence Roberts, George Ernest.