The Lemon Drop Kid
Damon Runyan's zaniest Broadway characters come alive with fun...especially the Lemon Drop Kid (Bob, natch!)
When the Lemon Drop Kid accidentally cheats gangster Moose Moran out of his track winnings, the Kid promises to repay Moose the money by Christmas. Creating a fake charity for "Apple Annie" Nellie Thursday, the Kid tricks his gang into donning Santa suits and "collecting dough for old dolls" like Nellie who have nowhere to live.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Lemon Drop Kid
- Genres: Comedy, Crime, Music
- Release Date: 1951-04-02
- Runtime: 91 minutes
- Rating: 6.5/10 (27 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Hope Enterprises
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.4166
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Bob Hope
as Sidney Melbourne (The Lemon Drop Kid)
Marilyn Maxwell
as 'Brainey' Baxter
Lloyd Nolan
as Oxford Charley
Jane Darwell
as 'Nellie Thursday' Regan
Andrea King
as Stella
Fred Clark
as Moose Moran
Jay C. Flippen
as Straight Flush Tony
William Frawley
as Gloomy Willie
Harry Bellaver
as Sam the Surgeon
Sid Melton
as Little Louie
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Bob Hope - The Lemon Drop Kid (poke joke)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Lemon Drop Kid?▼
The Lemon Drop Kid is a Comedy, Crime, Music movie directed by . It was released on 1951-04-02.
Who are the main actors in The Lemon Drop Kid?▼
The main cast includes Bob Hope, Marilyn Maxwell, Lloyd Nolan, Jane Darwell, Andrea King, .
Where can I watch The Lemon Drop Kid online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Lemon Drop Kid is available.
Is The Lemon Drop Kid based on a true story?▼
Damon Runyan's zaniest Broadway characters come alive with fun...especially the Lemon Drop Kid (Bob, natch!)
What is the IMDb rating of The Lemon Drop Kid?▼
The Lemon Drop Kid has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 27 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Lemon Drop Kid?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Lemon Drop Kid?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Hope Enterprises. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Lemon Drop Kid filmed?▼
The Lemon Drop Kid was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Lemon Drop Kid?▼
The total runtime of The Lemon Drop Kid is 91 minutes.
Is The Lemon Drop Kid suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Lemon Drop Kid?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Lemon Drop Kid.
Does The Lemon Drop Kid have a post-credit scene?▼
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