Fish Hooky

This is a highly rated Our Gang comedy--one fans of the series MUST see. I say that because it's like a reunion episode and four of the old stars of the shorts are back for guest appearances. First, Joe Cobb (who has lost a few pounds and looks much better) and Farina Hoskins appear after a couple year absence from the films. They tell the kids that it's great that they don't have to go to school any more and encourage them to play hooky. Unfortunately, little Spanky tells their new teacher--who is played by Mary Kornman--and she used to be in the Our Gang films as a child. Standing there at the time is Mickey Daniels who is now the new Truant Officer.

What the truant boys don't know is that the entire class is taking the day off to go to the amusement park--and it's all free! She and Mickey decide to play a trick on the boys and Mickey spends much of their day chasing them. I particularly liked his description to the boys of what reform school is like--with little kids wearing balls and chains and chipping rocks with picks! It all ends well---with a great line by Spanky.

This is my vote for one of the best, if not the best, of the Our Gang comedies. It not only reunites some of the old grown up kids but it's so darn funny--with many great moments.