Mother's Boy
"A Mother's love-A Boy's Ambition- A Girl's Devotion. All Pictured in Sound."
Originally released in 1929. Mother's Boy is a drama/music film. directed by Bradley Barker. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Morton Downey, Beryl Mercer, and John T. Doyle
Synopsis
Young Irish lad Tommy O'Day lives in a poor section of New York's Lower East Side, and is blessed with a beautiful singing voice. After an argument with his father, who accuses him of stealing the family's life savings, Tommy leaves home and gets a job singing in a cabaret. He is successful and soon lands the lead in a Broadway revue. On opening night, just as he is about to go on stage, he receives word that his mother, who he has not seen since he left home, is dying and wants to see him.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Pathé Exchange
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mother's Boy about?
Young Irish lad Tommy O'Day lives in a poor section of New York's Lower East Side, and is blessed with a beautiful singing voice. After an argument with his father, who accuses him of stealing the ...
Who directed Mother's Boy?
Mother's Boy was directed by Bradley Barker.
How long is Mother's Boy?
Mother's Boy has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was Mother's Boy released?
Mother's Boy was released on July 1, 1929 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Mother's Boy?
The main cast of Mother's Boy includes Morton Downey, Beryl Mercer, John T. Doyle, Brian Donlevy, Helen Chandler.