Jack and the Beanstalk
"Be happy go wacky!"
Originally released in 1952. Jack and the Beanstalk is a comedy/fantasy film. directed by Jean Yarbrough. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, and Buddy Baer
Synopsis
Two down-on-their-luck loafers take a job babysitting, with a bedtime story of the titular tale turning into a wacky Abbott and Costello-faced musical retelling involving stolen cows, terrible giants, and the heroic boy with an opportunistic butcher in a castle above the clouds.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 7, 1952
73 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (56 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Bud Abbott
as Mr. Dinkel / Mr. Dinkelpuss
Lou Costello
as Jack / Jack Strong
Buddy Baer
as Sgt. Riley / The Giant
Dorothy Ford
as Receptionist / Polly
Barbara Brown
as Mrs. Strong
David Stollery
as Donald Larkin
William Farnum
as The King
Shaye Cogan
as Eloise Larkin / Princess Eloise (Darlene)
James Alexander
as Arthur / Prince Arthur / Troubador
Johnny Conrad
as Dancer
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Exclusive Productions Inc.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack and the Beanstalk about?
Two down-on-their-luck loafers take a job babysitting, with a bedtime story of the titular tale turning into a wacky Abbott and Costello-faced musical retelling involving stolen cows, terrible gian...
Who directed Jack and the Beanstalk?
Jack and the Beanstalk was directed by Jean Yarbrough.
How long is Jack and the Beanstalk?
Jack and the Beanstalk has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was Jack and the Beanstalk released?
Jack and the Beanstalk was released on April 7, 1952 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Jack and the Beanstalk?
The main cast of Jack and the Beanstalk includes Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Buddy Baer, Dorothy Ford, Barbara Brown.