Howdy Duke

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. Éclair warns the newsboy to stay away from the girl, as she is his finance. The newsboy is somewhat at sea at the elaborate dinner being confused by the multitude of silverware. He begins to tell a story about lion hunting and there is further mayhem with flying food.

Lupino Lane

The Duke of Worcestershire / Newsboy White

Wallace Lupino

Elmer Eclair

• Norman TaurogDirector

Release date

January 15, 1927

Status

Released

Original language

English

Genres

Comedy, Action