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How to Frame a Figg 1971

“Runaway hilarity when Don Knotts runs down City Hall...in search of the buried secrets of a gang of crooked politicians. The movie the entire family will enjoy!”

Status
Released
Runtime
103 minutes
Director
Alan Rafkin
Network
Universal Pictures
★ TMDB users: 6.6/10 G ComedyFamily Released
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What is How to Frame a Figg?

How to Frame a Figg is a film first released in 1971. Catalogued under Comedy, Family.

Type
Film
Year
1971
Status
Released
Runtime
103 minutes
Release date
Feb 1, 1971
Studios
Universal Pictures
Genres
Comedy, Family
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.6/10
Episode runtime
~103 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Universal Pictures

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How to Frame a Figg is a film first released in 1971. Catalogued under Comedy, Family. Produced and broadcast by Universal Pictures. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“Don Knotts' hapless bookkeeper unwittingly uncovers a city hall scam.”

Reasons to watch
  • Don Knotts' signature comedic style
  • Gentle family‑friendly humor
  • Quirky 1970s premise
Keep in mind
  • The humor reflects its early‑1970s era

Watch it if you enjoy classic 1970s slapstick comedies starring Don Knotts.

The film is a light, family‑friendly comedy with mild slapstick humor.

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When was 'How to Frame a Figg' released?

It was released in the United States on February 1, 1971.

What genre does the film belong to?

It is a comedy film with family‑friendly elements.

Who plays the title character Hollis Figg?

Don Knotts portrays Hollis Figg.

What is the basic premise of the movie?

A dim‑witted city bookkeeper is promoted to oversee a new computer and ends up uncovering a financial scheme.

How long is the movie?

The runtime is about one hour and forty‑three minutes.

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