The Dark Horse
“Hilarity is just around the corner, in this screaming burlesque on the political parade! You'll Vote For Every Star!”
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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.
Cast
Bette Davis
as Kay Russell
Warren William
as Hal Samson Blake
Guy Kibbee
as Zachary Hicks
Vivienne Osborne
as Hal's Ex-Wife Maybelle Blake
Frank McHugh
as Joe
Sam Hardy
as Mr. Black
Harry Holman
as Mr. Jones
Charles Sellon
as Mr. Green
Robert Emmett O'Connor
as Sheriff
Berton Churchill
as William A. Underwood
Robert Warwick
as Mr. Clark
Louise Beavers
as Kay's Maid Levinnia
Harry C. Bradley
as Blue Ribbon Man
Harrison Greene
as Delegate Next to Hicks
Harry Leroy
as Delegate
Wilfred Lucas
as Debate Chairman
Wilbur Mack
as Conservative Party Man
Tom McGuire
as Conservative Party Man
Bert Moorhouse
as Reporter
Edmund Mortimer
as Convention Delegate
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About The Dark Horse
“Hilarity is just around the corner, in this screaming burlesque on the political parade! You'll Vote For Every Star!”
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. Running 75 minutes.
The Dark Horse Cast and Characters
The cast features Bette Davis (as Kay Russell), Warren William (as Hal Samson Blake), Guy Kibbee (as Zachary Hicks), Vivienne Osborne (as Hal's Ex-Wife Maybelle Blake), and Frank McHugh (as Joe). Their performances are a major reason The Dark Horse has built such a passionate audience.
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The Dark Horse flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is The Dark Horse?
The Dark Horse runs for 75 minutes (about 1.3 hour).
Is The Dark Horse good? What's the rating?
The Dark Horse holds a 7.4/10 rating based on 7 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Dark Horse?
The main cast includes Bette Davis, Warren William, Guy Kibbee, and Vivienne Osborne, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Dark Horse available in English?
Yes — The Dark Horse was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was The Dark Horse released?
The Dark Horse was released in 1932.
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What is The Dark Horse about?
The Dark Horse is a Comedy English-language film. 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.
When was The Dark Horse released?
The Dark Horse was released on June 16, 1932. It has a runtime of 1h 15m. The film was produced by First National Pictures.
Who stars in The Dark Horse?
The Dark Horse stars Bette Davis, Warren William, Guy Kibbee and Vivienne Osborne. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Dark Horse available in HD?
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