Francis the Talking Mule
February 1950
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With information culled (as near as dammit) from the horse's mouth, raw second lieutenant O'Connor becomes a hero of the Burma campaign and, not unnaturally, a candidate for the funny farm.
Bosley Crowther
It holds a few good laughs -- especially for mules.
A Google User
Francis The Talking Mule Just a good, fun film to watch!
Cast and credits
Actors | Donald O'Connor, Patricia Medina, Zasu Pitts, Ray Collins, John McIntire, Anthony Curtis, Chill Wills |
Producers | Robert Arthur |
Director | Arthur Lubin |
Writers | David Stern |
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English
Rental period
Start within 30 days, finish within 24 hours.
Run time
91 minutes
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