The Happy Hottentots

Nan
0h 11m
1930
5.5 /10 (2)

Overview

Two desperate singers take a job as the singing act in a movie theater between shows. They soon regret their decision.

Country : United States of America
Languages : English
Released Date: 1930-04-22

Top Billed Cast

Joe Frisco

Joe / Reese Brother

Bob Callahan

Joe's Partner / Reese Brother (uncredited)

Billy Gilbert

Stage Manager (uncredited)

Oscar 'Dutch' Hendrian

Rosco (uncredited)

Gus Leonard

Old Man at Boarding House (uncredited)

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