Election Day (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film
Released in 1929, Election Day is a comedy film directed by Robert A. McGowan, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. This film revolves around Election Day, a day on which Jay R. and Joe are fighting to get votes. They warn the kids that they'll be socked in the jaw if they don't vote for them, but the kids are just trying to go about their business, namely Farina. His mother wants him to deliver laundry to her clients, but he can't go anywhere without being harassed by the gang. To escape them, he dons several costumes including that as an older woman, a dancer, and a scarecrow.
Who’s in it. Election Day stars Joe Cobb as Joe, Jackie Condon as Jackie, Allen 'Farina' Hoskins as Farina and Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins as Wheezer, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Election Day page.
If you liked it. Fans of Election Day tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Election Day (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Election Day change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Election Day?
- Election Day stars Joe Cobb, Jackie Condon, Allen 'Farina' Hoskins, Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins and Mary Ann Jackson.
- When was Election Day released?
- Election Day was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.