The Big Show-Off
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).
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1945 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Comedy, Drama, Music |
| Director | Howard Bretherton |
| Runtime | 69 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.5/10 (2 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The Big Show-Off is an acquired taste at 4.5/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.
A classic from 1945. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
Arthur Lake
Sanford "Sandy" Elliott
Dale Evans
June Mayfield
Lionel Stander
Joe Bagley
George Meeker
Wally Porter
Paul Hurst
Herbert Trafagan, aka "The Devil", a wrestler
Sammy Stein
"Boris The Bulgar", a wrestler
Marjorie Manners
Mitzi
Emmett Lynn
Franklin D. Ripbogle Jr.
Douglas Wood
Dr. Dinwiddle
Louis Adlon
Leopold Muckenfuss
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