Alfalfa (played by Carl Switzer) is a protagonist in Bubbling Troubles.
A vocal and ambitious gang member who frequently leads group performances and imaginative play. Frequently targets Darla's attention and rivals with Butch. Navigates comedic misadventures involving baby swaps, dream sequences, and musical sabotages, often serving as the focal point of the group's theatrical productions. Darla (played by Darla Hood) appears in Bubbling Troubles.
A spirited female gang member who influences Alfalfa's romantic pursuits and imaginative fantasies. Collaborates with the core group on theatrical productions, serving as both a peer and a catalyst for Alfalfa's ambitions, while occasionally displaying aloofness that drives plot developments. Butch (played by Tommy Bond) appears in Bubbling Troubles.
The recurring town bully and antagonist who frequently clashes with the gang. Known for using underhanded tactics, sabotage, and intimidation to undermine their races, performances, and finances, ultimately facing comedic comeuppance each time he attempts to disrupt the group's activities. Alfalfa's Mom (played by Barbara Bedford) appears in Bubbling Troubles.
Mother figure managing household and Alfalfa's antics. Alfalfa's Dad (played by William Newell) appears in Bubbling Troubles.
Father figure concerned with Alfalfa's academic and romantic pursuits.
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Characters
Alfalfa
(played by Carl Switzer) — protagonist
A vocal and ambitious gang member who frequently leads group performances and imaginative play. Frequently targets Darla's attention and rivals with Butch. Navigates comedic misadventures involving ba...
Darla
(played by Darla Hood) — supporting
A spirited female gang member who influences Alfalfa's romantic pursuits and imaginative fantasies. Collaborates with the core group on theatrical productions, serving as both a peer and a catalyst fo...
Butch
(played by Tommy Bond) — supporting
The recurring town bully and antagonist who frequently clashes with the gang. Known for using underhanded tactics, sabotage, and intimidation to undermine their races, performances, and finances, ulti...
Alfalfa's Mom
(played by Barbara Bedford) — minor
Mother figure managing household and Alfalfa's antics.
Alfalfa's Dad
(played by William Newell) — minor
Father figure concerned with Alfalfa's academic and romantic pursuits.
Canonical Relationships
Family, romantic, and professional connections based on plot evidence.
Alfalfa's Dad → Alfalfa's Mom
(family)
Both parents react to Alfalfa's heartbreak and subsequent physical mishap
Alfalfa's Dad → Alfalfa
(Family Father)
Butch → Darla
(Romantic Interest)
Alfalfa → Darla
(Romantic Unrequited Love)
Story Dynamics
Alliances, conflicts, and narrative interactions that evolve throughout the story.
Alfalfa → Butch
(Conflict Rival)
Story Analysis
A comedic tale of romantic rivalry, mistaken identity, and a chaotic chemical mishap among neighborhood kids.
Plot Progression
Romantic Rivalry Begins
The Chemistry Lab Visit
The Powder Mishap
The Walking Bomb Panic
Directed by Edward L. Cahn
Bubbling Troubles (1940) · 7/10 · comedy, family
Content sources
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(Q4982280), public domain (CC0).
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