Daddy Long Legs
Synopsis
Wealthy Jervis Pendleton acts as benefactor for orphan Judy Abbott, anonymously sponsoring her in her boarding school. But as she grows up, he finds himself falling in love with her, and she with him, though she does not know that the man she has fallen for is her benefactor.
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Janet Gaynor
Judy Abbott
Warner Baxter
Jervis Pendleton
Una Merkel
Sally McBride
John Arledge
Jimmy McBride
Claude Gillingwater
Riggs
Effie Ellsler
Mrs. Semple
Kendall McComas
Freddie Perkins
Kathlyn Williams
Mrs. Paula Pendleton
Elizabeth Patterson
Mrs. Lippett
Louise Closser Hale
Miss Pritchard
Sheila Bromley
Gloria
Billy Barty
Billy - Orphan (uncredited)
Edith Fellows
Orphan (uncredited)
Clarence Geldart
Clarence Geldart
Minister at Commencement (uncredited)
Edwin Maxwell
Wykoff (uncredited)
Steve Pendleton
Sally's Beau (uncredited)
Martha Lee Sparks
Katie (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 5, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alfred Santell
- Screenplay & Story
- S. N. Behrman, Alfred Santell, Sonya Levien, Jean Webster
- Original Title
- Daddy Long Legs
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alfred Santell
S. N. Behrman, Alfred Santell, Sonya Levien, Jean Webster
Department Leadership Roster
Alfred Santell
Director
S. N. Behrman
Writer
Alfred Santell
Writer
Sonya Levien
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Daddy Long Legs
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Daddy Long Legs about?
Wealthy Jervis Pendleton acts as benefactor for orphan Judy Abbott, anonymously sponsoring her in her boarding school. But as she grows up, he finds himself falling in love with her, and she with him, though she does not know that the man she has fallen for is her benefactor.
Who directed Daddy Long Legs?
Daddy Long Legs was directed by Alfred Santell.
Who stars in Daddy Long Legs?
The principal cast of Daddy Long Legs includes Janet Gaynor, Warner Baxter, Una Merkel, John Arledge, Claude Gillingwater.
When was Daddy Long Legs released and how long is it?
Daddy Long Legs was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Is Daddy Long Legs based on a book or true story?
Daddy Long Legs is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jean Webster".