

Have a Heart
Synopsis
Sally (Jean Parker) is engaged to be married, loves dancing and kids. But her life is ruined when an accident cripples her and her betrothed magnanimously offers to not back out of the marriage. After rejecting his offer she starts a doll shop and tries to save for an operation. From her doll shop window she watches children and talks to Jimmie (James Dunn) the ice cream man. She wants to know Jimmie better, but is terrified of rejection.
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September 7, 1934
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Butler
- Screenplay & Story
- Buddy G. DeSylva, David Butler
- Original Title
- Have a Heart
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Butler
Buddy G. DeSylva, David Butler
Ben Lewis
John W. Considine Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
David Butler
Director
Ben Lewis
Editor
John W. Considine Jr.
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Have a Heart
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What is Have a Heart about?
Sally (Jean Parker) is engaged to be married, loves dancing and kids. But her life is ruined when an accident cripples her and her betrothed magnanimously offers to not back out of the marriage. After rejecting his offer she starts a doll shop and tries to save for an operation. From her doll shop window she watches children and talks to Jimmie (James Dunn) the ice cream man. She wants to know Jimmie better, but is terrified of rejection.
Who directed Have a Heart?
Have a Heart was directed by David Butler.
Who stars in Have a Heart?
The principal cast of Have a Heart includes Jean Parker, James Dunn, Una Merkel, Stuart Erwin, Willard Robertson.
When was Have a Heart released and how long is it?
Have a Heart was released in 1934 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.


















