Knock on Wood
"The No. 1 Song-and-Dance Clown at his best!"
Originally released in 1954. Knock on Wood is a action/comedy film. directed by Melvin Frank.
Starring Danny Kaye, Mai Zetterling, and Torin Thatcher
Synopsis
Ventriloquist Jerry Morgan has failed with another love affair. The reason: when the relationship reaches the point when it is time to discuss marriage, his two dolls become mean and jealous. Morgan's dollmaker Papinek is a member of a spy ring who has stolen the secret plans for the top-secret Lafayette airplane. Since Morgan is leaving for Zurich the same night, he decides to hide the secret plan in the heads of the dolls.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 6, 1954
71 years ago
Runtime
1h 43m
103 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (33 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Dena Productions
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knock on Wood about?
Ventriloquist Jerry Morgan has failed with another love affair. The reason: when the relationship reaches the point when it is time to discuss marriage, his two dolls become mean and jealous. Morga...
Who directed Knock on Wood?
Knock on Wood was directed by Melvin Frank.
How long is Knock on Wood?
Knock on Wood has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).
When was Knock on Wood released?
Knock on Wood was released on April 6, 1954 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Knock on Wood?
The main cast of Knock on Wood includes Danny Kaye, Mai Zetterling, Torin Thatcher, David Burns, Leon Askin.