His Family Tree
“There's a kick in the name of Murphy...no matter how you spell it!”
Synopsis
A father leaves his native Ireland and travels to America to visit the son he hasn't heard from in many years.
Top Cast
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James Barton
Patrick Murphy
Margaret Callahan
Elinor Murfree
William Harrigan
Charles Murfree
Jack Randall
Mike Donovan
Marjorie Gateson
Margaret Murfree
Maureen Delaney
Nellie
Phillip Trent
Dudley Weatherby
Ray Mayer
Bat Gilligan
Herman Bing
Mr. 'Stony' Stonehill
Pat Moriarity
Terrence 'Terry' Gilligan
Charles Coleman
Hopkins - the Butler
Ferdinand Munier
Mayor John J. Holtsapple
Orville Caldwell
Julius - Mayor's Henchman
William Lemuels
Brannigan
Mrs. James Barton
Irish Dancer
Ed Brady
Seated Pub Sailor
Robert Homans
Pub Sailor at Bar
Frank Mills
Frank - Mayor's Henchman-Kidnapper
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 29, 1935
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Vidor
- Screenplay & Story
- Joel Sayre, John Twist
- Original Title
- His Family Tree
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Vidor
Joel Sayre, John Twist, Harry Wagstaff Gribble, Patrick Kearney
Jack Hively
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Vidor
Director
Joel Sayre
Screenplay
John Twist
Screenplay
Walter Plunkett
Costume Design
Jack Hively
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About His Family Tree
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What is His Family Tree about?
A father leaves his native Ireland and travels to America to visit the son he hasn't heard from in many years.
Who directed His Family Tree?
His Family Tree was directed by Charles Vidor.
Who stars in His Family Tree?
The principal cast of His Family Tree includes James Barton, Margaret Callahan, William Harrigan, Jack Randall, Marjorie Gateson.
When was His Family Tree released and how long is it?
His Family Tree was released in 1935 with a total runtime of 1h 9m.