Movie

Skyscraper

“STANDING IN THE HOOK”

★ 5.8(10)19281h 8m

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Good to know

Director: Howard Higgin
Release date: 1928-04-08
Runtime: 1h 8m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: DeMille Pictures Corporation

About Skyscraper

Skyscraper is a 1928 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Howard Higgin, starring William Boyd, Alan Hale and Sue Carol. It has a runtime of 1 hour 8 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.8/10 from 10 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Skyscraper in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Blondy and Swede are gruff best friends who build skyscrapers. Blondy gets sweet on a girl he saves from a falling beam, Sally, but when he is injured in an accident and temporarily crippled, he rejects her. Swede tries every desperate measure to get Blondy to fight back, to try to walk, even masquerading as stealing Sally away from him.

Cast

William Boyd

Blondy

Alan Hale

Slim Strede

Sue Carol

Sally

Alberta Vaughn

Jane

Wesley Barry

Redhead

Kusell's Dancing Debutantes

Dancers

Paul Weigel

Redhead's father

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Skyscraper in South Africa?+

Skyscraper 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 Skyscraper on Netflix?+

Skyscraper is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is Skyscraper?+

Skyscraper has a runtime of 1 hour 8 minutes (68 minutes).

Who stars in Skyscraper?+

Skyscraper stars William Boyd, Alan Hale, Sue Carol, Alberta Vaughn and Wesley Barry.

When did Skyscraper come out?+

Skyscraper is a 1928 movie directed by Howard Higgin.

What genre is Skyscraper?+

Skyscraper is Drama film.

Who directed Skyscraper?+

Skyscraper was directed by Howard Higgin.