Hero for a Day
Originally released in 1939. Hero for a Day is a drama film. directed by Harold Young. At just 66 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Anita Louise, Dick Foran, and Charley Grapewin
Synopsis
When a night watchman is mistaken for a wealthy college alumnus, his family and friends help him go along with the pretense.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 6, 1939
86 years ago
Runtime
1h 6m
66 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Anita Louise
as Sylvia Higgins
Dick Foran
as Brainy Thornton
Charley Grapewin
as Uncle Frank "Lucky" Higgins
Emma Dunn
as Emmy "Moms" Higgins
David Holt
as Billy Higgins
Berton Churchill
as E.A. Dow
Samuel S. Hinds
as "Dutch" Bronson
Richard Lane
as Abbott
Jerry Marlowe
as Fitz
Frances Robinson
as Jean
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hero for a Day about?
When a night watchman is mistaken for a wealthy college alumnus, his family and friends help him go along with the pretense.
Who directed Hero for a Day?
Hero for a Day was directed by Harold Young.
How long is Hero for a Day?
Hero for a Day has a runtime of 1 hours and 6 minutes (66 minutes total).
When was Hero for a Day released?
Hero for a Day was released on October 6, 1939 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hero for a Day?
The main cast of Hero for a Day includes Anita Louise, Dick Foran, Charley Grapewin, Emma Dunn, David Holt.