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A Hit with a Miss

A Hit with a Miss

A Hit with a Miss
1945 0h 16m6.0

A Hit with a Miss

“It's a laugh-loaded winner!”

Comedy
6.0

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Shemp Howard is a prizefighter in this Columbia All-Star Comedy who has a complex that leaves him a coward and unable to fight unless he hears "Pop Goes the Weasel." He hears it enough here, from various and outlandish sources, to eventually win his championship match.

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DirectorJules White
ScreenplayJack White
StatusReleased
ReleasedDecember 13, 1945
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime0h 16m
BudgetN/A
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 6.0 / 10
IMDb⭐ 6.9 / 10
Votes2
GenresComedy
StudioColumbia Pictures

Cast

Shemp Howard

Shemp Howard

Rameses - Prizefighter

Charley Rogers

Charley Rogers

Professor Periwinkle (as Charles Rogers)

Robert B. Williams

Robert B. Williams

Jonesy

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Marilyn Johnson

Rameses' Fiancee

Heinie Conklin

Heinie Conklin

Referee (uncredited)

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Lew Davis

Ring Announcer (uncredited)

Larry Fine

Larry Fine

Professor Periwinkle (archive footage) (uncredited)

Arthur Housman

Arthur Housman

Fight Timekeeper (archive footage) (uncredited)

Johnny Kascier

Johnny Kascier

Kilduff's Trainer in Ring (uncredited)

Sam Lufkin

Sam Lufkin

Spectator (uncredited)

Frank Mills

Frank Mills

Spectator (uncredited)

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Joe Palma

Killer Kilduff (uncredited)

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Wally Rose

Scarred Fighter (uncredited)

Victor Travis

Victor Travis

Spectator with Toupee (uncredited)

John Tyrrell

John Tyrrell

Spud McGurn (uncredited)

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Harry Watson

Kid in Fight Crowd (archive footage) (uncredited)

Blackie Whiteford

Blackie Whiteford

Fighter (uncredited)

Al Thompson

Al Thompson

Ringside Spectator with Cigar (uncredited)

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Frequently Asked Questions about A Hit with a Miss

Where can I watch A Hit with a Miss?

A Hit with a Miss (1945) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is A Hit with a Miss about?

Shemp Howard is a prizefighter in this Columbia All-Star Comedy who has a complex that leaves him a coward and unable to fight unless he hears "Pop Goes the Weasel." He hears it enough here, from various and outlandish sources, to eventually win his championship match.

Who directed A Hit with a Miss?

A Hit with a Miss (1945) was directed by Jules White. The film is a Comedy production with a runtime of 0h 16m, rated 6.0/10.

How long is A Hit with a Miss?

A Hit with a Miss runs 0h 16m (16 minutes total). Audience rating: 6.0/10 from 2 votes. Genre: Comedy.

Is A Hit with a Miss worth watching?

A Hit with a Miss is rated 6.0/10 by 2 viewers — decent with mixed reception. A good pick for Comedy fans.