The Merry Monahans
"On top of the world or out on their ear...They're the merriest, maddest, lovin'est gang that ever hoofed and spoofed their way to the Big Time!"
Originally released in 1944. The Merry Monahans is a comedy/drama film. directed by Charles Lamont.
Starring Donald O'Connor, Peggy Ryan, and Jack Oakie
Synopsis
The film concerns a family vaudeville troupe headed by patriarch Pete Monahan. Because of his love affair with the bottle, Pete manages to get himself and his family blacklisted from every major vaude house in the country. Though Pete's kids Jimmy and Patsy love their dad, they're forced to break away from the act and go off on their own to survive. Eventually, the whole gang is reunited in a shamelessly lachrymose musical finale.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 15, 1944
81 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Merry Monahans about?
The film concerns a family vaudeville troupe headed by patriarch Pete Monahan. Because of his love affair with the bottle, Pete manages to get himself and his family blacklisted from every major va...
Who directed The Merry Monahans?
The Merry Monahans was directed by Charles Lamont.
How long is The Merry Monahans?
The Merry Monahans has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was The Merry Monahans released?
The Merry Monahans was released on September 15, 1944 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Merry Monahans?
The main cast of The Merry Monahans includes Donald O'Connor, Peggy Ryan, Jack Oakie, Ann Blyth, Rosemary DeCamp.