Penrod and Sam
Synopsis
Best pals Penrod and Sam are leaders of a super-secret neighborhood society, the In-Or-In Boys Club. Troubles arise when a pompous prig tries to join the club and when the boys lose their clubhouse in a land sale. But there’s also plenty of time to play pranks, put on a carnival, experience the pangs of first love, and romp with Duke, the world’s best dog.
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Leon Janney
Penrod Schofield
Frank Coghlan Jr.
Sam Williams
Margaret Marquis
Marjorie Jones
Dorothy Peterson
Mary Schofield
Billy Lord
Georgie Hemingway Bassett
Michael Stuart
Rodney Bitts
Jimmy Robinson
Herman Washington
Robert Dandridge
Verman Washington
Matt Moore
Henry Schofield
Dorothy Peterson
Mrs. Schofield
Helen Beaudine
Margaret Shofield
Johnny Arthur
Mr. Bassett
Zasu Pitts
Mrs. Bassett
Charles Sellon
Mr. Bitts
Elizabeth Patterson
Schoolteacher (uncredited)
Gertrude Howard
Delia (uncredited)
Wade Boteler
Mr. Williams (uncredited)
Betty Jane Graham
'Baby' Amy Rensdale (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 3, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Beaudine
- Screenplay & Story
- Waldemar Young
- Original Title
- Penrod and Sam
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Production Studios
- First National Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Beaudine
Waldemar Young, Booth Tarkington
LeRoy Stone
Department Leadership Roster
Waldemar Young
Screenplay
William Beaudine
Director
LeRoy Stone
Editor
Earl Luick
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Penrod and Sam
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What is Penrod and Sam about?
Best pals Penrod and Sam are leaders of a super-secret neighborhood society, the In-Or-In Boys Club. Troubles arise when a pompous prig tries to join the club and when the boys lose their clubhouse in a land sale. But there’s also plenty of time to play pranks, put on a carnival, experience the pangs of first love, and romp with Duke, the world’s best dog.
Who directed Penrod and Sam?
Penrod and Sam was directed by William Beaudine.
Who stars in Penrod and Sam?
The principal cast of Penrod and Sam includes Leon Janney, Frank Coghlan Jr., Margaret Marquis, Dorothy Peterson, Billy Lord.
When was Penrod and Sam released and how long is it?
Penrod and Sam was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.
Is Penrod and Sam based on a book or true story?
Penrod and Sam is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Booth Tarkington".