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The Dark Horse
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The Dark Horse

1932-06-16 · 75 min · ★ 6.8

Comedy

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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Directors
Alfred E. Green
Production companies
First National Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Bette DavisBette DavisKay Russell
Warren WilliamWarren WilliamHal Samson Blake
Guy KibbeeGuy KibbeeZachary Hicks
Vivienne OsborneVivienne OsborneHal's Ex-Wife Maybelle Blake
Frank McHughFrank McHughJoe
Sam HardySam HardyMr. Black
Harry HolmanHarry HolmanMr. Jones
Charles SellonCharles SellonMr. Green
Robert Emmett O'ConnorRobert Emmett O'ConnorSheriff
Berton ChurchillBerton ChurchillWilliam A. Underwood
Robert WarwickRobert WarwickMr. Clark
Louise BeaversLouise BeaversKay's Maid Levinnia
Harry C. BradleyHarry C. BradleyBlue Ribbon Man
Harrison GreeneDelegate Next to Hicks
Harry LeroyDelegate
Wilfred LucasWilfred LucasDebate Chairman
Wilbur MackWilbur MackConservative Party Man
Tom McGuireTom McGuireConservative Party Man
Bert MoorhouseBert MoorhouseReporter
Edmund MortimerConvention Delegate

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