The Third String (1932 film)

The Third String is a 1932 British sports comedy film directed by George Pearson and starring Sandy Powell, Kay Hammond and Mark Daly. It is based on a W.W. Jacobs short story, which had previously been turned into a silent film. It was made at Cricklewood Studios.

Premise
A man poses as a boxer to impress a woman, but then is forced to fight a real champion.

Cast

 * Sandy Powell as Ginger Dick
 * Kay Hammond as Hebe Tucker
 * Mark Daly as Pete Russett
 * Alf Goddard as Bill Lumm
 * Charles Paton as Sam Small
 * Sydney Fairbrother as Miss Peabody
 * Polly Emery as Mrs. Chip
 * James Knight as Webson