Top Cast
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May Robson
Aunt Marcia Prentiss
Sybil Jason
Abigail Prentiss
Guy Kibbee
Asa Plunkett
Jane Bryan
Betsy Ann Prentiss
Fred Lawrence
Tom Squires
Dick Purcell
George Chester
Mary Treen
Libby, the Housekeeper
Gus Shy
John 'Johnny' Shores, the Chauffeur
Maude Allen
Mabel
Granville Bates
Sheriff Pengast
Victor Potel
Deputy Jake Hutchinson
George E. Stone
Steve
Gordon Hart
Mayor Bart Cabot
Tom Wilson
Bill Brown
Robert Emmett Keane
Mister Bridges, a Lawyer
Jack Wise
Weymouth, the Hotel Desk Clerk
Joseph E. Bernard
Courtroom Spectator
Hal Craig
Motorcycle Policeman
Release History & Theatrical Window
London
Festival / Special Debut
November 14, 1936
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nick Grindé
- Screenplay & Story
- Tom Reed
- Original Title
- The Captain's Kid
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Production Studios
- First National Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nick Grindé
Tom Reed
Department Leadership Roster
Nick Grindé
Director
Tom Reed
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Captain's Kid
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Captain's Kid about?
In this children's adventure, the children of a small town are enthralled by the tales of the town drunk.
Who directed The Captain's Kid?
The Captain's Kid was directed by Nick Grindé.
Who stars in The Captain's Kid?
The principal cast of The Captain's Kid includes May Robson, Sybil Jason, Guy Kibbee, Jane Bryan, Fred Lawrence.
When was The Captain's Kid released and how long is it?
The Captain's Kid was released in 1936 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.