General Spanky
Orphaned shoeshine boy Spanky is working on a Mississippi riverboat during the Civil War. There he befriends young runaway slave Buckwheat. After wronging a vicious gambler, Spanky and Buckwheat are forced to jump ship. Finding solace at a nearby house, the two are picked by Marshall Valiant for an important mission. This inspires Spanky to organize the local kids to form a small army of their own.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1936 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Comedy, War |
| Director | Gordon Douglas |
| Runtime | 71 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.5/10 (8 votes) |
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General Spanky has mixed reviews with a rating of 5.5/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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A classic from 1936. 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.
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