1936 . 1h 13m

The Three Wise Guys_

"She tried to be a "Wise Guy" - but she just wanted to be a wife! You'll howl at this comedy of racketeers vs. romance!"

Riding in his private car on Christmas day, railroad tycoon Hatcher prefers work to celebrating, while his son Joe prefers having a good time. In the coach car, Joe sees pretty Clarabelle Brooks and is sincerely concerned when she faints. A doctor, who is also in the car, helps to revive Clarabelle, says that she is suffering from severe hunger and, with fellow passenger Blackie Swanson, passes the hat for her. Later, Clarabelle, who is secretly working with con-men Doc and Blackie, goes to their compartment to discuss plans to set Joe up for a breach of promise suit...

Starring Robert Young, Betty Furness, Raymond Walburn
1h 13m
Runtime
1936
Year
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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She tried to be a "Wise Guy" - but she just wanted to be a wife! You'll howl at this comedy of racketeers vs. romance!

Riding in his private car on Christmas day, railroad tycoon Hatcher prefers work to celebrating, while his son Joe prefers having a good time. In the coach car, Joe sees pretty Clarabelle Brooks and is sincerely concerned when she faints. A doctor, who is also in the car, helps to revive Clarabelle, says that she is suffering from severe hunger and, with fellow passenger Blackie Swanson, passes the hat for her. Later, Clarabelle, who is secretly working with con-men Doc and Blackie, goes to their compartment to discuss plans to set Joe up for a breach of promise suit...

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Cast
Robert Young stars as Joe Hatcher in The Three Wise Guys.
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Year context
The Three Wise Guys was released 90 years ago in 1936.
Overview
Riding in his private car on Christmas day, railroad tycoon Hatcher prefers work to celebrating, while his son Joe prefers having a good time. In the coach c...

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Runtime
73 min (1h 13m)
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What is The Three Wise Guys about?
Riding in his private car on Christmas day, railroad tycoon Hatcher prefers work to celebrating, while his son Joe prefers having a good time. In the coach car, Joe sees pretty Clarabelle Brooks and is sincerely concerned when she faints. A doctor, who is also in the car, helps to revive Clarabelle, says that she is suffering from severe hunger and, with fellow passenger Blackie Swanson, passes the hat for her. Later, Clarabelle, who is secretly working with con-men Doc and Blackie, goes to their compartment to discuss plans to set Joe up for a breach of promise suit...
How long is The Three Wise Guys?
The Three Wise Guys has a runtime of 73 minutes (1h 13m).
Who stars in The Three Wise Guys?
The cast of The Three Wise Guys includes Robert Young, Betty Furness, Raymond Walburn, Thurston Hall.
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