Young America
Synopsis
Mrs. Doray sits with a Juvenile Court Judge to learn more about problem children and what to do about them. One of the cases involves 13 year old Arthur, "the worst kid in town", who moves cars away from fiire-plugs without the knowledge of the owners. The judge gives Arthur and friend Nutty another chance. However they run into further trouble when they break into Mr. Doray's drugstore to get medicine for Nutty's grandmother. Mr. Doray is not sympathetic and completely against his wife's plan to become Arthur's guardian. More incidents occur with Mr. Doray quick to judge prior to getting all of the facts. Mrs. Doray must choose between her marriage and Arthur.
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Spencer Tracy
Jack Doray
Doris Kenyon
Edith Doray
Ralph Bellamy
Judge Blake
Tommy Conlon
Arthur Simpson
Beryl Mercer
Grandma Beamish
Anne Shirley
Mabel Saunders
Raymond Borzage
Edward 'Nutty' Beamish
Sarah Padden
Mrs. Mary Taylor
Robert Homans
Patrolman Weems
Louise Beavers
Maid (Uncredited)
Jane Darwell
School Teacher (Uncredited)
Betty Jane Graham
Cassie Taylor (Uncredited)
Spec O'Donnell
Bull Butler (Uncredited)
William Pawley
Bandit (Uncredited)
Lee Phelps
Court Clerk (Uncredited)
Eddie Sturgis
Bandit (Uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 17, 1932
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Borzage
- Screenplay & Story
- William M. Conselman
- Original Score
- George Lipschultz
- Original Title
- Young America
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Borzage
William M. Conselman, John Frederick Ballard
George Lipschultz
James Wong Howe, George Schneiderman
Margaret Clancey
William Fox
Department Leadership Roster
George Lipschultz
Original Music Composer
James Wong Howe
Director of Photography
Frank Borzage
Director
George Schneiderman
Director of Photography
Guy S. Duty
Costume Design
William M. Conselman
Screenplay
William Fox
Producer
Margaret Clancey
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Young America
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Young America about?
Mrs. Doray sits with a Juvenile Court Judge to learn more about problem children and what to do about them. One of the cases involves 13 year old Arthur, "the worst kid in town", who moves cars away from fiire-plugs without the knowledge of the owners. The judge gives Arthur and friend Nutty another chance. However they run into further trouble when they break into Mr. Doray's drugstore to get medicine for Nutty's grandmother. Mr. Doray is not sympathetic and completely against his wife's plan to become Arthur's guardian. More incidents occur with Mr. Doray quick to judge prior to getting all of the facts. Mrs. Doray must choose between her marriage and Arthur.
Who directed Young America?
Young America was directed by Frank Borzage.
Who stars in Young America?
The principal cast of Young America includes Spencer Tracy, Doris Kenyon, Ralph Bellamy, Tommy Conlon, Beryl Mercer.
When was Young America released and how long is it?
Young America was released in 1932 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.
Who composed the musical score for Young America?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Young America was composed by George Lipschultz.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Young America?
Young America holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).