

Family Troubles
Synopsis
Our Gang member Janet Burston believes that her family is neglecting her, so she decides to run away from home. The other gang members try to help Janet get adopted (or "adapted") by a more agreeable family, choosing a kindly elderly couple (Sarah Padden and Harry C. Bradley) for the honor.

Part of the Our Gang: The MGM talkies (1929-1938)
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April 3, 1943
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Herbert Glazer
- Screenplay & Story
- Hal Law, Robert A. McGowan
- Original Title
- Family Troubles
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Herbert Glazer
Hal Law, Robert A. McGowan
Department Leadership Roster
Hal Law
Writer
Robert A. McGowan
Writer
Herbert Glazer
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Family Troubles
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Family Troubles about?
Our Gang member Janet Burston believes that her family is neglecting her, so she decides to run away from home. The other gang members try to help Janet get adopted (or "adapted") by a more agreeable family, choosing a kindly elderly couple (Sarah Padden and Harry C. Bradley) for the honor.
Who directed Family Troubles?
Family Troubles was directed by Herbert Glazer.
Who stars in Family Troubles?
The principal cast of Family Troubles includes Robert Blake, Janet Burston, Billy Laughlin, Billie Thomas, Mickey Laughlin.
When was Family Troubles released and how long is it?
Family Troubles was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 10m.


















