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Cast
W.C. Fields
as Mr. Snavely
Rosemary Theby
as Ma Snavely
George Chandler
as Chester Snavely
Richard Cramer
as Canadian Mounted Police Officer Posthlewhistle
Ernie Alexander
as Student Drinker (uncredited)
Jack Cooper
as Officer (uncredited)
Gordon Douglas
as Student Drinker (uncredited)
Junior Fuller
as Student Drinker (uncredited)
Marvin Loback
as Bartender (uncredited)
George Moran
as Indian Chief (uncredited)
Movie Info & Details
Release Year1933
Runtime0h 19m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresComedy
Votes49
DirectorClyde Bruckman
WritersW.C. Fields
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Fatal Glass of Beer
About The Fatal Glass of Beer
The prodigal son of a Yukon prospector comes home on a night that "ain't fit for man nor beast."
Directed by Clyde Bruckman, The Fatal Glass of Beer leans on a strong ensemble — W.C. Fields, Rosemary Theby, George Chandler — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 1933.
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