Mr. Wise Guy

Mr. Wise Guy is a 1942 American comedy film directed by William Nigh and starring Leo Gorcey, Bobby Jordan, and Huntz Hall. It is part of the popular East Side Kids series of films that were popular in the 1940s.

The film follows the hijinks of the East Side Kids, a group of mischievous teenagers who always seem to find trouble. In Mr. Wise Guy, they are tasked with finding employment to help pay for their special member's, Danny's (Bobby Jordan), operation. They soon find themselves working for a company that is actually a front for a group of gangsters.

As they begin to uncover the illegal activities of the gangsters, they find themselves in danger and must use their wit and humor to get out of sticky situations. The East Side Kids must work together to outsmart the gangsters and save themselves from harm.

Leo Gorcey plays the titular character, Mr. Wise Guy, who is a street-smart and wise-cracking leader of the East Side Kids. He is always quick with a joke and knows how to get himself out of trouble. Bobby Jordan plays Danny, the sweet and innocent member of the group who needs the operation to save his life. Huntz Hall plays Glimpy, another member of the group who is always hungry and looking for trouble.

Throughout the film, the East Side Kids engage in slapstick humor and witty banter, providing plenty of laughs for the audience. The film also touches on more serious themes, such as poverty and the struggles of working-class families to make ends meet.

Overall, Mr. Wise Guy is a fun and entertaining film that showcases the comedic talents of the East Side Kids. It is a classic entry in the series and a must-watch for fans of old-fashioned comedy.