The Butter and Egg Man (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film
Released in 1928, The Butter and Egg Man is a comedy film directed by Richard Wallace, running about 70 minutes. “The "Show" of the Show Game!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Peter Jones is a young man who arrives on Broadway from Chillicothe, Ohio, hoping to invest $20,000 in a play and turn a profit sufficient to buy a local hotel back home. He is conned by Joe Lehman and Jack McClure into backing their play with a 49-percent stake. The play opens out-of-town in Syracuse and bombs. Lehman and McClure want out, and Jones buys them out
Who’s in it. The Butter and Egg Man stars Jack Mulhall as Peter Jones, Greta Nissen as Mary Martin, Sam Hardy as Joe Lehman and William Demarest as Jack McLure, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Butter and Egg Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Butter and Egg Man tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Butter and Egg Man (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Butter and Egg Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Butter and Egg Man?
- The Butter and Egg Man stars Jack Mulhall, Greta Nissen, Sam Hardy, William Demarest and Gertrude Astor.
- When was The Butter and Egg Man released?
- The Butter and Egg Man was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.