Strikes and Spares_
This short features professional bowler Andy Varipapa. He first shows the correct way to grip a bowling ball and the proper form for delivering the ball down the alley. He then performs several trick shots.
Starring
Pete Smith, Andy Varipapa, Buster Brodie
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
Strikes and Spares was released 92 years ago in 1934.
Overview
This short features professional bowler Andy Varipapa. He first shows the correct way to grip a bowling ball and the proper form for delivering the ball down...
Strikes and Spares is a Comedy film with a runtime of 0h 8m.
CAST (4)
Pete Smith
Narrator (voice)
AV
Andy Varipapa
Himself - World's Greatest Bowling Fixture
Buster Brodie
Little Bald-Headed Man (uncredited)
Ray Turner
Pin Boy (uncredited)
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What is Strikes and Spares about?
This short features professional bowler Andy Varipapa. He first shows the correct way to grip a bowling ball and the proper form for delivering the ball down the alley. He then performs several trick shots.
How long is Strikes and Spares?
Strikes and Spares has a runtime of 8 minutes (0h 8m).
Who stars in Strikes and Spares?
The cast of Strikes and Spares includes Pete Smith, Andy Varipapa, Buster Brodie, Ray Turner.
What is the rating of Strikes and Spares?
Strikes and Spares has a rating of 6.1 out of 10 based on 15 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (1)
Comedy