

Playin' Hookey
1928, English. Directed by Robert A. McGowan.
Wheezer gets excited watching his dog Pansy attack and rip apart the chickens and furniture in the back yard. His mother is upset, and his father takes his rifle to shoot the dog. Meanwhile, Joe Cobb has taught Pansy to play dead, and after the deed is done, he hides the dog at Farina's house.
- Runtime
- 0h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 2 January 1928
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- H.M. Walker
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Playin' Hookey: quick answers
What should I watch before Playin' Hookey?
Watch Baby Brother (1927), The Glorious Fourth (1927), Olympic Games (1927), and Chicken Feed (1927) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after Playin' Hookey?
Next in the series: The Smile Wins (1928).
Is Playin' Hookey worth watching?
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How long is Playin' Hookey?
Playin' Hookey runs 29 minutes (0h 29m).
Does Playin' Hookey have a post-credits scene?
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Playin' Hookey parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Playin' Hookey yet.
Which OTT platform is Playin' Hookey on?
Playin' Hookey isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 January 1928. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Playin' Hookey?
If you liked Playin' Hookey, try The Roast of Tom Brady, Fun with Dick and Jane, The Trouble with Angels.
Who directed Playin' Hookey?
Playin' Hookey (1928) was directed by Robert A. McGowan and stars Joe Cobb, Allen 'Farina' Hoskins, Jackie Condon.
