The Big Show-Off
1945, English. Directed by Howard Bretherton.
A shy songwriter (Arthur Lake) pretends to be a championship wrestler known as "The Devil" in order to impress a pretty nightclub singer (Dale Evans).
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Howard BrethertonDirector
- Arthur LakeSanford "Sandy" Elliott
- Dale EvansJune Mayfield
- Lionel StanderJoe Bagley
- George MeekerWally Porter
- Paul HurstHerbert Trafagan, aka "The Devil", a wrestler
- Sammy Stein"Boris The Bulgar", a wrestler
- Marjorie MannersMitzi
- Emmett LynnFranklin D. Ripbogle Jr.
- Douglas WoodDr. Dinwiddle
- Louis AdlonLeopold Muckenfuss
- Vince BarnettVoice Student
- Harry DeppG. Whitmore Peabody
Details
- Released
- 22 January 1945
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Richard Weil, László Vadnay
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The Big Show-Off: quick answers
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How long is The Big Show-Off?
The Big Show-Off runs 69 minutes (1h 9m).
Does The Big Show-Off have a post-credits scene?
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The Big Show-Off parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is The Big Show-Off on?
The Big Show-Off isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Big Show-Off?
If you liked The Big Show-Off, try Feel the Beat, Drumline: A New Beat, Bandslam.
Who directed The Big Show-Off?
The Big Show-Off (1945) was directed by Howard Bretherton and stars Arthur Lake, Dale Evans, Lionel Stander.