Sunbonnet Sue
“A Teasin' Squeezin' Story Of The Bowery... To the Tunes of Gus Edwards!”
Synopsis
Set in New York's Lower East Side during the Gay '90s, this lively low-budget musical follows the exploits of a feisty and talented saloon owner's daughter who loves nothing more than to perform in her father's tavern. Her late-night shenanigans appall her wealthy and socially conscious aunt who launches a secret campaign to shut down the bar and force her niece to reside in her palatial home.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 5, 1945
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ralph Murphy
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Carroll, Ralph Murphy
- Original Score
- Edward J. Kay
- Original Title
- Sunbonnet Sue
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Monogram Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ralph Murphy
Richard Carroll, Ralph Murphy, Bradford Ropes, Paul Gerard Smith
Edward J. Kay
Harry Neumann
Richard C. Currier
Scott R. Dunlap
Department Leadership Roster
Ralph Murphy
Director
Richard Carroll
Screenplay
Ralph Murphy
Screenplay
Scott R. Dunlap
Producer
Harry Neumann
Director of Photography
Richard C. Currier
Editor
Lorraine MacLean
Costume Design
Edward J. Kay
Original Music Composer
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What is Sunbonnet Sue about?
Set in New York's Lower East Side during the Gay '90s, this lively low-budget musical follows the exploits of a feisty and talented saloon owner's daughter who loves nothing more than to perform in her father's tavern. Her late-night shenanigans appall her wealthy and socially conscious aunt who launches a secret campaign to shut down the bar and force her niece to reside in her palatial home.
Who directed Sunbonnet Sue?
Sunbonnet Sue was directed by Ralph Murphy.
Who stars in Sunbonnet Sue?
The principal cast of Sunbonnet Sue includes Gale Storm, Phil Regan, George Cleveland, Alan Mowbray, Minna Gombell.
When was Sunbonnet Sue released and how long is it?
Sunbonnet Sue was released in 1945 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Sunbonnet Sue?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sunbonnet Sue was composed by Edward J. Kay.