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.
Credits
Howdy Duke Cast
| Name |
Character |
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Wallace Lupino
He was 28, 63 years old when he died
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as Elmer Eclair |
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Lupino Lane
He was 34, 67 years old when he died
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as The Duke of Worcestershire / Newsboy White |
Howdy Duke Crew
| Name |
Department |
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Norman Taurog as Director. He was 27 (82) years old when He died
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Directing |