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Howdy Duke

Plot: Lane plays two roles: Grand Duke Algy Horseradish De Ketchup of Worcestershire and Newsboy White. The newsboy is hired by Elmer Éclair (played by Lane's younger brother, Walter Lupino) to impersonate the Duke for unstated reasons, and to attend a house party at the Smalls (a last name that leads to several puns) in the Duke's stead
Release Date: Saturday, January 15 1927
97 years ago
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Portrait of Lupino LaneLupino Lane
Lupino Lane was
34 in Howdy Duke
as 'The Duke of Worcestershire / Newsboy White'.
Thu, Jun 16 1892 –
Tue, Nov 10 1959
Portrait of Wallace LupinoWallace Lupino
Wallace Lupino was
28 in Howdy Duke
as 'Elmer Eclair'.
Sun, Jan 23 1898 –
Wed, Oct 11 1961

Crew

Portrait of Norman TaurogNorman Taurog
Norman Taurog was
27 in Howdy Duke
as 'Director'
Thu, Feb 23 1899 –
Tue, Apr 07 1981