Triple Trouble 1950
"THEY'VE GOT THOSE "JAIL-BOID" BLUES! Leo talked them into the big house...but even Huntz can't clown his way out!"
Triple Trouble (1950) throws Leo Gorcey and Huntz Hall into the middle of a chaotic prison comedy where two bumbling pals take the fall for a crime they didn't commit.
Director: Jean Yarbrough
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Triple Trouble (1950) about?
Leo Gorcey and Huntz Hall play Slip and Sach, two unlikely heroes who get framed for a robbery they didn't commit. Inside the prison, they discover the crime is part of a bigger scheme run by a mysterious convict pulling strings via a hidden short-wave radio. Their mission? Clear their names and expose the real ringleader before time runs out.
Who directed Triple Trouble?
Jean Yarbrough directed Triple Trouble, bringing his knack for fast-paced comedies to this East Side Kids adventure.
Who stars in Triple Trouble?
Leo Gorcey, Huntz Hall, Bernard Gorcey, G. Pat Collins, and Effie Laird headline the cast as the colorful inmates and scheming crooks.
Is Triple Trouble (1950) worth watching?
If you love classic slapstick and prison-set shenanigans, Triple Trouble delivers exactly that. The film's short runtime keeps the laughs coming without overstaying its welcome, though its unrated status means expectations should stay lighthearted rather than deep.
How long is Triple Trouble?
Triple Trouble runs 67 minutes—just long enough for a quick, satisfying dose of vintage comedy.
About Triple Trouble (1950) — A zany prison comedy with classic East Side Kids energy
Triple Trouble (1950) throws Leo Gorcey and Huntz Hall into the middle of a chaotic prison comedy where two bumbling pals take the fall for a crime they didn't commit. Directed by Jean Yarbrough, this fast-paced romp blends slapstick humor with a clever mystery as Slip and Sach infiltrate the slammer to uncover the real robbers.
With a short-wave radio hidden somewhere behind bars, the real mastermind calls the shots—literally—while our heroes scramble to expose the scheme before they're trapped for good. The film drips with the anarchic spirit of the East Side Kids era, where chaotic chases and rapid-fire gags keep the energy sky-high. Expect plenty of pratfalls, double-crosses, and that unmistakable vintage fun that makes 1950s prison comedies so endlessly rewatchable.