The Lemon Drop Kid (1951)
The Lemon Drop Kid is a 1951 comedy movie directed by Sidney Lanfield, with a running time of 1h 31m. It stars Bob Hope, Marilyn Maxwell and Lloyd Nolan.
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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What is The Lemon Drop Kid about?
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.
When was The Lemon Drop Kid released?
The Lemon Drop Kid was released on 2 April 1951.
How long is The Lemon Drop Kid?
The Lemon Drop Kid runs 1h 31m.
Who made The Lemon Drop Kid?
The Lemon Drop Kid was directed by Sidney Lanfield.
Where can I watch The Lemon Drop Kid?
The Lemon Drop Kid is available on Darkroom and Amazon Video.
Where to watch The Lemon Drop Kid
Watch free: Darkroom
Rent: Amazon Video
Buy: Amazon Video
Cast
- 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
- Ben Welden as Singing Solly
- Ida Moore as Mrs. Feeney - The Bird Lady