Movie

Knock on Wood

“The No. 1 Song-and-Dance Clown at his best!”

★ 6.7(34)19541h 43m

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Director: Norman Panama, Melvin Frank
Release date: 1954-04-06
Runtime: 1h 43m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Dena Productions

Knock on Wood — trailer

About Knock on Wood

Knock on Wood is a 1954 movie in the Action and Comedy genres, directed by Norman Panama and Melvin Frank, starring Danny Kaye, Mai Zetterling and Torin Thatcher. It has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 34 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Knock on Wood in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Ventriloquist Jerry Morgan has failed with another love affair. The reason: when the relationship reaches the point when it is time to discuss marriage, his two dolls become mean and jealous. Morgan's dollmaker Papinek is a member of a spy ring who has stolen the secret plans for the top-secret Lafayette airplane. Since Morgan is leaving for Zurich the same night, he decides to hide the secret plan in the heads of the dolls.

Cast

Danny Kaye

Jerry Morgan

Mai Zetterling

Ilse Nordstrom

Torin Thatcher

Godfrey Langston

David Burns

Marty Brown

Leon Askin

Laslo Gromeck

Abner Biberman

Maurice Papinek

Gavin Gordon

Car Salesman

Otto Waldis

Brodnik

Steven Geray

Doctor Kreuger

Diana Adams

Princess Maya

Patricia Denise

Mama Morgan

Virginia Huston

Audrey Greene

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Knock on Wood in South Africa?+

Knock on Wood is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Knock on Wood on Netflix?+

Knock on Wood is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is Knock on Wood?+

Knock on Wood has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).

Who stars in Knock on Wood?+

Knock on Wood stars Danny Kaye, Mai Zetterling, Torin Thatcher, David Burns and Leon Askin.

When did Knock on Wood come out?+

Knock on Wood is a 1954 movie directed by Norman Panama and Melvin Frank.

What genre is Knock on Wood?+

Knock on Wood is Action and Comedy film.

Who directed Knock on Wood?+

Knock on Wood was directed by Norman Panama and Melvin Frank.