British Cinema Collections: Classic B Films
Music-hall comedian Arthur Lucan first brought his character Old Mother Riley to the screen in 1937. He went on to star in 14 films as the rambunctious Irish washerwoman. His wife, Kitty McShane, co-starred as OMR’s daughter, who burst into song whether the audience liked it or not. Set features 6 wacky films complete with slapstick, piethrowing, and silliness. Includes OMR Meets the Vampire with Bela Lugosi.
Music-hall comedian Arthur Lucan first brought his character Old Mother Riley to the screen in 1937. He went on to star in 14 films as the rambunctious Irish washerwoman. His wife, Kitty McShane, co-starred as OMR’s daughter, who burst into song whether the audience liked it or not. Set features 6 wacky films complete with slapstick, piethrowing, and silliness. Includes OMR Meets the Vampire with Bela Lugosi. 7 ½ hrs, 2 DVDs, B&W.
