Mr. Wise Guy
The gang is sent to the Wilton Reform School after they are unjustly convicted of stealing a truck. Bill Collins, brother of co-leader Danny, becomes involved in a killing and, while also innocent, is convicted and sentenced to death. Through a series of events, Muggs, Glimpy, Danny and the rest of the gang, learn that Knobby, a henchman of Luke Manning, knows something about the murder.
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Plot Summary
Muggs and the Dead End Kids get involved with gangsters and a runaway heiress. Muggs tries to protect the girl from the criminals, leading to a series of capers and close calls. The gang's street smarts and loyalty are put to the test as they navigate the dangerous underworld.
Critical Reception
As a low-budget B-movie from the era, 'Mr. Wise Guy' was generally seen as standard fare for its genre, offering light entertainment with the popular Dead End Kids. Critical reception was typically focused on its comedic elements and the familiar antics of its young stars, rather than deep artistic merit.
What Reviewers Say
- Relies heavily on the established charm and antics of the Dead End Kids.
- A straightforward crime-comedy with predictable plot points.
- Serves as a nostalgic piece for fans of the Dead End Kids series.
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Fun Fact
This film is part of the long-running 'Dead End Kids' and later 'Bowery Boys' film series, which featured these actors in various iterations of streetwise youths navigating urban life and crime.
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