Spook–Spoofing

Spook–Spoofing is a 1928 Our Gang short silent comedy film directed by Robert F. McGowan. It was the 70th Our Gang short to be released.

Plot
The gang mercilessly taunt and bully superstitious Farina, who retaliates with a magic charm on one Harry. Harry then plays dead and the gang encourage Farina to bury the “corpse”.

Production notes
At over 31 minutes, Spook-Spoofing is the longest silent Our Gang short produced. It was initially included in the Little Rascals television package, but was later withdrawn for perceived racial insensitivities.

Bobby Dean was originally chosen as a replacement for Joe Cobb, once Joe outgrew his role. Dean died in 1929 due to health issues, appearing in only Our Gang shorts.

Jean Darling does not appear in this film but is featured in promotional photos.

The Gang

 * Joe Cobb as Joe
 * Jackie Condon as Jackie
 * Allen Hoskins as Farina
 * Bobby Hutchins as Wheezer
 * Mildred Kornman as Mildred
 * Jay R. Smith as Jay, the Undertaker's son
 * Harry Spear as Harry
 * Bobby Dean as Other fat boy
 * Pete the Pup as himself

Additional cast

 * Johnny Aber as First boy running
 * Charles A. Bachman as Policeman
 * Charles Lloyd as Vendor selling the eclipse glasses