Johnny Doughboy
“JANE'S GOT A HEAVY DATE...WITH THE ARMY!”
Synopsis
As sixteen year old Ann Winters begins a relationship with an older actor to further her career, lookalike fan Penelope Ryan is recruited by a group of former child stars to perform in a USO show.
Top Cast
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Jane Withers
Ann Winters / Penny Ryan
Henry Wilcoxon
Oliver Lawrence
Jack Boyle
Johnny Kelly
William Demarest
Harry Fabian
Ruth Donnelly
Biggy Biggsworth
Etta McDaniel
Mammy
Joline Westbrook
Jennifer Lawrence
Bobby Breen
Bobby Breen
Sanda Lee Henville
Baby Sandy
Carl Switzer
Alfalfa
George McFarland
Spanky McFarland
Patrick Brook
Johnny Kelly
Billy Lenhart
Butch
Kenneth Brown
Buddy
Cora Sue Collins
Cora Sue Collins
Robert Coogan
Robert Coogan
Grace Costello
Grace Costello
Karl Kiffe
Karl Kiffe
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 31, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John H. Auer
- Screenplay & Story
- Frederick Kohner, Lawrence Kimble, Sammy Cahn
- Original Score
- Walter Scharf
- Original Title
- Johnny Doughboy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John H. Auer
Frederick Kohner, Lawrence Kimble, Sammy Cahn
Walter Scharf
John Alton
Wallace Grissell
John H. Auer
Department Leadership Roster
John H. Auer
Director
Adele Palmer
Costume Design
Lawrence Kimble
Writer
Wallace Grissell
Editor
John H. Auer
Producer
John Alton
Director of Photography
Walter Scharf
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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 Johnny Doughboy
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Johnny Doughboy about?
As sixteen year old Ann Winters begins a relationship with an older actor to further her career, lookalike fan Penelope Ryan is recruited by a group of former child stars to perform in a USO show.
Who directed Johnny Doughboy?
Johnny Doughboy was directed by John H. Auer.
Who stars in Johnny Doughboy?
The principal cast of Johnny Doughboy includes Jane Withers, Henry Wilcoxon, Jack Boyle, William Demarest, Ruth Donnelly.
When was Johnny Doughboy released and how long is it?
Johnny Doughboy was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.
Who composed the musical score for Johnny Doughboy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Johnny Doughboy was composed by Walter Scharf.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Johnny Doughboy?
Johnny Doughboy holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).