Hers to Hold
“To Have and to Hold...Now or perhaps Never!”
Synopsis
Deanna Durbin is all grown up in Hers to Hold, the unofficial sequel to her "Three Smart Girls" films of the 1930s. Durbin plays Penelope Craig, the starry-eyed daughter of wealthy Judson and Dorothy Craig (Charles Winninger, Nella Walker). Developing a crush on much-older playboy Bill Morley (Joseph Cotton), Penelope stops at nothing to land the elusive Morley as her husband. Highlights include Durbin's renditions of "Begin the Beguine" and the "Seguidilla" from Carmen, and a captivating sequence that includes highlights from Durbin's earlier films, presented as home movies!
Part of the Three Smart Girls Trilogy
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Deanna Durbin
Penelope ‘Penny’ Craig
Joseph Cotten
Bill Morley
Charles Winninger
Judson Craig
Ludwig Stössel
Binns
Nella Walker
Dorothy Craig
Gus Schilling
Rosey Blake
Samuel S. Hinds
Dr. Crane
Evelyn Ankers
Flo Simpson
Fay Helm
Hannah Gordon
Iris Adrian
Arlene
Murray Alper
Smiley, the Foreman
Douglas Wood
Peter Cartwright
Minna Phillips
Mrs. Cartwright
Nydia Westman
Nurse Willing
Irving Bacon
Dr. Bacon
Alix Talton
Hazel
Teddy Infuhr
Joey
Ruth Lee
Miss Crawford
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 16, 1943
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Ryan
- Screenplay & Story
- Lewis R. Foster
- Original Score
- Frank Skinner
- Original Title
- Hers to Hold
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Ryan
Lewis R. Foster, John D. Klorer
Frank Skinner
Elwood Bredell
Ted J. Kent
Felix Jackson
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Ryan
Director
Ted J. Kent
Editor
Felix Jackson
Producer
Lewis R. Foster
Screenplay
Elwood Bredell
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hers to Hold
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What is Hers to Hold about?
Deanna Durbin is all grown up in Hers to Hold, the unofficial sequel to her "Three Smart Girls" films of the 1930s. Durbin plays Penelope Craig, the starry-eyed daughter of wealthy Judson and Dorothy Craig (Charles Winninger, Nella Walker). Developing a crush on much-older playboy Bill Morley (Joseph Cotton), Penelope stops at nothing to land the elusive Morley as her husband. Highlights include Durbin's renditions of "Begin the Beguine" and the "Seguidilla" from Carmen, and a captivating sequence that includes highlights from Durbin's earlier films, presented as home movies!
Who directed Hers to Hold?
Hers to Hold was directed by Frank Ryan.
Who stars in Hers to Hold?
The principal cast of Hers to Hold includes Deanna Durbin, Joseph Cotten, Charles Winninger, Ludwig Stössel, Nella Walker.
When was Hers to Hold released and how long is it?
Hers to Hold was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Hers to Hold?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hers to Hold was composed by Frank Skinner.