The First Seven Years
Synopsis
Jackie gets in a duel over the affections of Mary Ann.
Top Cast
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Norman Chaney
Chubby
Jackie Cooper
Jackie
Allen 'Farina' Hoskins
Farina
Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins
Wheezer
Mary Ann Jackson
Mary Ann
Pete the Dog
Petey
Otto Fries
Speck's Father (uncredited)
Donald Haines
Speck (uncredited)
Edgar Kennedy
Kennedy the Cop (uncredited)
Dorothy Morrison
Farina’s Wife (uncredited)
Emma Reed
Farina’s Mother (uncredited)
Joy Winthrop
Grandma (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 1, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert F. McGowan
- Screenplay & Story
- H.M. Walker, Robert A. McGowan
- Original Title
- The First Seven Years
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- Hal Roach Studios, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert F. McGowan
H.M. Walker, Robert A. McGowan
Art Lloyd
Richard C. Currier
Hal Roach, Robert F. McGowan
Department Leadership Roster
Robert F. McGowan
Director
Art Lloyd
Director of Photography
Richard C. Currier
Editor
Hal Roach
Producer
Robert F. McGowan
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The First Seven Years
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The First Seven Years about?
Jackie gets in a duel over the affections of Mary Ann.
Who directed The First Seven Years?
The First Seven Years was directed by Robert F. McGowan.
Who stars in The First Seven Years?
The principal cast of The First Seven Years includes Norman Chaney, Jackie Cooper, Allen 'Farina' Hoskins, Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins, Mary Ann Jackson.
When was The First Seven Years released and how long is it?
The First Seven Years was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 20m.