The Underdog
“COURAGE PROVED BY FIRE... Even a Quitter Can Be A Hero When The Chips Are Down!”
Synopsis
During WWII, a strong-willed 12-year-old boy tries to steer his vocationally and maritally confused father straight, at the same time striving to keep his honor while the gang in his new neighborhood bully him.
Top Cast
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Barton MacLane
John Tate
Bobby Larson
Henry Tate
Jan Wiley
Amy Tate
Charlotte Wynters
Mrs. Bailey
Conrad Binyon
Spike
Elizabeth Valentine
Mrs. Connors
Kenneth Harlan
Eddie Mohr
George Anderson
Kraeger
Jack Kennedy
Officer O'Toole
Frank Ellis
Old Timer (uncredited)
I. Stanford Jolley
Friendly Soldier (uncredited)
Jack Rockwell
Fireman (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 17, 1943
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Nigh
- Screenplay & Story
- Ben Lithman
- Original Title
- The Underdog
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- PRC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Nigh
Ben Lithman, Lawrence Taylor, Malvin Wald
Department Leadership Roster
William Nigh
Director
Ben Lithman
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Underdog
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What is The Underdog about?
During WWII, a strong-willed 12-year-old boy tries to steer his vocationally and maritally confused father straight, at the same time striving to keep his honor while the gang in his new neighborhood bully him.
Who directed The Underdog?
The Underdog was directed by William Nigh.
Who stars in The Underdog?
The principal cast of The Underdog includes Barton MacLane, Bobby Larson, Jan Wiley, Charlotte Wynters, Conrad Binyon.
When was The Underdog released and how long is it?
The Underdog was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.