Paddy the Next Best Thing
Synopsis
In Ireland, Major Adair’s older daughter Eileen is about to marry Lawrence Blake for his money in order to pay off her father’s debts, even though she really loves Jack Breen.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1933
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harry Lachman
- Screenplay & Story
- Edwin J. Burke
- Original Title
- Paddy the Next Best Thing
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harry Lachman
Edwin J. Burke, Gertrude Page, Patrick MacGill
John F. Seitz
Margaret Clancey
Department Leadership Roster
Harry Lachman
Director
Edwin J. Burke
Screenplay
Margaret Clancey
Editor
John F. Seitz
Director of Photography
Patrick MacGill
Writer
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 Paddy the Next Best Thing
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Paddy the Next Best Thing about?
In Ireland, Major Adair’s older daughter Eileen is about to marry Lawrence Blake for his money in order to pay off her father’s debts, even though she really loves Jack Breen.
Who directed Paddy the Next Best Thing?
Paddy the Next Best Thing was directed by Harry Lachman.
Who stars in Paddy the Next Best Thing?
The principal cast of Paddy the Next Best Thing includes Janet Gaynor, Warner Baxter, Walter Connolly, Harvey Stephens, Margaret Lindsay.
When was Paddy the Next Best Thing released and how long is it?
Paddy the Next Best Thing was released in 1933 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
Is Paddy the Next Best Thing based on a book or true story?
Paddy the Next Best Thing is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Gertrude Page".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Paddy the Next Best Thing?
Paddy the Next Best Thing holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).