Hers to Hold movie poster

Hers to Hold

July 16, 1943 1h 34m 6.9/10 (7 votes)

Originally released in 1943. Hers to Hold is a drama/music film. directed by Frank Ryan.

Starring Deanna Durbin, Joseph Cotten, and Charles Winninger

Synopsis

Deanna Durbin is all grown up in Hers to Hold, the unofficial sequel to her "Three Smart Girls" films of the 1930s. Durbin plays Penelope Craig, the starry-eyed daughter of wealthy Judson and Dorothy Craig (Charles Winninger, Nella Walker). Developing a crush on much-older playboy Bill Morley (Joseph Cotton), Penelope stops at nothing to land the elusive Morley as her husband. Highlights include Durbin's renditions of "Begin the Beguine" and the "Seguidilla" from Carmen, and a captivating sequence that includes highlights from Durbin's earlier films, presented as home movies!

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 16, 1943 82 years ago
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Runtime 1h 34m 94 minutes total
User Rating 6.9/10 Good (7 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Universal Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hers to Hold about?

Deanna Durbin is all grown up in Hers to Hold, the unofficial sequel to her "Three Smart Girls" films of the 1930s. Durbin plays Penelope Craig, the starry-eyed daughter of wealthy Judson and Dorot...

Who directed Hers to Hold?

Hers to Hold was directed by Frank Ryan.

How long is Hers to Hold?

Hers to Hold has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).

When was Hers to Hold released?

Hers to Hold was released on July 16, 1943 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Hers to Hold?

The main cast of Hers to Hold includes Deanna Durbin, Joseph Cotten, Charles Winninger, Ludwig Stössel, Nella Walker.