The Dark Horse
Hilarity is just around the corner, in this screaming burlesque on the political parade! You'll Vote For Every Star!
The Progressive Party convention is deadlocked for governor, so both sides nominate the dark horse Zachary Hicks. Kay Russell suggests they hire Hal Blake as campaign manager; but first they have to get him out of jail for not paying alimony. Blake organizes the office and coaches Hicks to answer every question by pausing and then saying, "Well yes, but then again no." Blake will sell Hicks as dumb but honest. Russell refuses to marry Blake, while Joe keeps people away from Blake's office. Blake teaches Hicks a speech by Lincoln. At the debate when the conservative candidate Underwood recites the same speech, Blake exposes him as a plagiarist. Hicks is presented for photo opportunities and gives his yes-and-no answer to any question, including whether he expects to win.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Dark Horse
- Genres: Comedy
- Release Date: 1932-06-16
- Runtime: 75 minutes
- Rating: 7.2/10 (5 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: First National Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.9318
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Bette Davis
as Kay Russell
Warren William
as Hal Samson Blake
Guy Kibbee
as Zachary Hicks
Vivienne Osborne
as Hal's Ex-Wife Maybelle Blake
Frank McHugh
as Joe
Sam Hardy
as Mr. Black
Harry Holman
as Mr. Jones
Charles Sellon
as Mr. Green
Robert Emmett O'Connor
as Sheriff
Berton Churchill
as William A. Underwood
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Dark Horse?▼
The Dark Horse is a Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1932-06-16.
Who are the main actors in The Dark Horse?▼
The main cast includes Bette Davis, Warren William, Guy Kibbee, Vivienne Osborne, Frank McHugh, .
Where can I watch The Dark Horse online?▼
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Is The Dark Horse based on a true story?▼
Hilarity is just around the corner, in this screaming burlesque on the political parade! You'll Vote For Every Star!
What is the IMDb rating of The Dark Horse?▼
The Dark Horse has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 5 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Dark Horse?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Dark Horse?▼
The soundtrack was composed by First National Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Dark Horse filmed?▼
The Dark Horse was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Dark Horse?▼
The total runtime of The Dark Horse is 75 minutes.
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The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Dark Horse?▼
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