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Top Cast
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Harold Peary
Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve
Freddie Mercer
Leroy Forrester
Nancy Gates
Marjorie 'Margie' Forrester
Jane Darwell
Aunt Emma Forrester
Lillian Randolph
Birdie Scoggins
Mary Field
Amelia Hooker
Charles Arnt
Judge Horace Hooker
Thurston Hall
Governor Jonathan Stafford
George Carpenter
Frank Powers
John Dilson
Mayor Appleton
Syd Saylor
Phil, the carpenter
Anne O'Neal
Martha, an old crow
Fern Emmett
Second Old Crow
Herb Vigran
George, the jeweller
Donald Kerr
Photographer
George Chandler
Messenger
Russell Wade
Charles, the chauffeur
Bruce Edwards
Governor's Secretary
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 17, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gordon Douglas
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Townley, Julien Josephson
- Original Title
- The Great Gildersleeve
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 2m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gordon Douglas
Jack Townley, Julien Josephson
Frank Redman
John Lockert
Herman Schlom
Department Leadership Roster
Gordon Douglas
Director
Jack Townley
Screenplay
Herman Schlom
Producer
Frank Redman
Director of Photography
John Lockert
Editor
Julien Josephson
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Great Gildersleeve
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Great Gildersleeve about?
A small-town blowhard runs for water commissioner while fighting to win custody of his niece and nephew.
Who directed The Great Gildersleeve?
The Great Gildersleeve was directed by Gordon Douglas.
Who stars in The Great Gildersleeve?
The principal cast of The Great Gildersleeve includes Harold Peary, Freddie Mercer, Nancy Gates, Jane Darwell, Lillian Randolph.
When was The Great Gildersleeve released and how long is it?
The Great Gildersleeve was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 1h 2m.