Mother Carey's Chickens
"Kate Douglas Wiggin's Memorable Novel"
Originally released in 1938. Mother Carey's Chickens is a romance/drama film. directed by Rowland V. Lee. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Fay Bainter, Anne Shirley, and Ruby Keeler
Synopsis
A financially-strapped mother and her children relocate from the city to a small rural town.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 29, 1938
87 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Fay Bainter
as Mrs. Margaret Carey
Anne Shirley
as Nancy Carey
Ruby Keeler
as Kitty Carey
James Ellison
as Ralph Thurston
Walter Brennan
as Ossian Popham
Alma Kruger
as Aunt Bertha
Donnie Dunagan
as Peter Carey
Frank Albertson
as Tom Hamilton Jr.
Jackie Moran
as Gilbert Carey
Margaret Hamilton
as Pauline Fuller
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mother Carey's Chickens about?
A financially-strapped mother and her children relocate from the city to a small rural town.
Who directed Mother Carey's Chickens?
Mother Carey's Chickens was directed by Rowland V. Lee.
How long is Mother Carey's Chickens?
Mother Carey's Chickens has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was Mother Carey's Chickens released?
Mother Carey's Chickens was released on July 29, 1938 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Mother Carey's Chickens?
The main cast of Mother Carey's Chickens includes Fay Bainter, Anne Shirley, Ruby Keeler, James Ellison, Walter Brennan.