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Kentucky Kernels 1934

★ 6.39 votes75 min📅 1934-11-02
Comedy

Dive into the charming chaos of *Kentucky Kernels (1934)*, a classic comedy directed by the talented George Stevens.

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Director: George Stevens

Cast

Bert Wheeler
Bert Wheeler
Willie Doyle
Robert Woolsey
Robert Woolsey
Elmer Dugan
Mary Carlisle
Mary Carlisle
Gloria Wakefield
George McFarland
George McFarland
Spanky Milford
Noah Beery
Noah Beery
Colonel Wakefield
Lucille La Verne
Lucille La Verne
Aunt Hannah Milford
Willie Best
Willie Best
Buckshot (as Sleep 'n' Eat)
Margaret Dumont
Margaret Dumont
Mrs. Baxter
Louis Mason
Louis Mason
Judge Ezra Milford
Paul Page
Paul Page
Jerry Bronson

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kentucky Kernels (1934) about?

Bumbling magicians The Great Elmer and Company agree to help Jerry Bronson adopt Spanky Milford to distract him, but things go awry when Bronson marries and leaves them stuck with the boy. When Spanky inherits a Kentucky fortune, they rush to the small town of Banesville, where a bitter family feud between the Milfords and Wakefields threatens their plans.

Who directed Kentucky Kernels?

George Stevens directed this 1934 comedy, known for his knack for blending humor with heartfelt storytelling.

Who stars in Kentucky Kernels?

The film features comedy legends Bert Wheeler and Robert Woolsey, along with young actor George McFarland, who plays Spanky Milford, and Mary Carlisle as the love interest.

Is Kentucky Kernels (1934) worth watching?

While not a well-known title today, *Kentucky Kernels* offers a fun slice of 1930s comedy with nostalgic charm. Fans of early film humor and small-town sagas will find its mix of slapstick and Southern quirks entertaining, even if its IMDb rating is unrated.

How long is Kentucky Kernels?

The film runs for 75 minutes, perfect for a quick, lighthearted movie night.

About Kentucky Kernels (1934) — A Classic Comedy of Mischief and Family Feuds

Dive into the charming chaos of *Kentucky Kernels (1934)*, a classic comedy directed by the talented George Stevens. This 75-minute romp stars comedy duo Bert Wheeler and Robert Woolsey as two bumbling magicians who find themselves unexpectedly saddled with a mischievous young boy, Spanky Milford, after helping his lovelorn guardian. What begins as a simple favor spirals into a madcap adventure when they discover Spanky has inherited a fortune in Kentucky. Now, caught between two feuding families—the Milfords and the Wakefields—they must navigate small-town drama, slapstick humor, and a race to secure their future in the Bluegrass State.

This lighthearted farce blends family-friendly antics with Southern charm, delivering a delightful snapshot of 1930s cinema. The film's mix of pratfalls, heartwarming moments, and quirky small-town politics makes it a standout in the comedy genre, perfectly suited for fans of vintage Hollywood magic and mischief.