Painted Boats
Synopsis
In this modest drama, set during World War II, two rival boat families battle it out for supremacy.
Top Cast
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Jenny Laird
Mary Smith
Bill Blewitt
Pa Smith
May Hallatt
Ma Smith
Robert Griffiths
Ted Stoner
Madoline Thomas
Mrs. Stoner
Grace Arnold
Sister
Harry Fowler
Alf Stoner
Megs Jenkins
Barmaid
John Owers
Bill
James McKechnie
Commentator
Arthur Denton
Canal Official (uncredited)
Jack Watson
Lockkeeper (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 6, 1947
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Crichton
- Screenplay & Story
- Louis MacNeice, Stephen Black, Michael McCarthy
- Original Score
- John Greenwood
- Original Title
- Painted Boats
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
- Production Studios
- Ealing Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Crichton
Louis MacNeice, Stephen Black, Michael McCarthy
John Greenwood
Douglas Slocombe
Leslie Allen
Michael Balcon
Department Leadership Roster
Louis MacNeice
Writer
Charles Crichton
Director
Stephen Black
Writer
Leslie Allen
Editor
Michael Balcon
Producer
Douglas Slocombe
Director of Photography
Michael McCarthy
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Painted Boats
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Painted Boats about?
In this modest drama, set during World War II, two rival boat families battle it out for supremacy.
Who directed Painted Boats?
Painted Boats was directed by Charles Crichton.
Who stars in Painted Boats?
The principal cast of Painted Boats includes Jenny Laird, Bill Blewitt, May Hallatt, Robert Griffiths, Madoline Thomas.
When was Painted Boats released and how long is it?
Painted Boats was released in 1945 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.
Who composed the musical score for Painted Boats?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Painted Boats was composed by John Greenwood.