Petey Wheatstraw
1977, English. Directed by Cliff Roquemore.
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Petey Wheatstraw is a candidate to become the devil's son-in-law. The storyline is a scaffolding on which Rudy Ray Moore's standup humor can be unfolded. Beginning life as the afterbirth to a watermelon, the young Wheatstraw becomes a martial artist, but is unable to best the evil comedy team of Leroy and Skillet, who also indulge in wholesale murder. Satan restores the comedians' victims to life, and charges Petey with the task of marrying his clock-stoppingly ugly daughter to give him a grandchild. When Petey attempts to default on the deal, he is pursued by the devil's henchmen.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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- Released
- 1 November 1977
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Cliff Roquemore
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Petey Wheatstraw: quick answers
Is Petey Wheatstraw worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.5/10 from 45 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Petey Wheatstraw?
Petey Wheatstraw runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does Petey Wheatstraw have a post-credits scene?
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Petey Wheatstraw parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Petey Wheatstraw is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Petey Wheatstraw on?
Petey Wheatstraw isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Petey Wheatstraw?
If you liked Petey Wheatstraw, try Dolemite, Black Dynamite, Disco Godfather.
Who directed Petey Wheatstraw?
Petey Wheatstraw (1977) was directed by Cliff Roquemore and stars Rudy Ray Moore, Jimmy Lynch, Leroy Daniels.