Little Johnny Jones
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Synopsis
Little Johnny Jones is a jockey who is in love with his all-American sweetheart, Mary Baker, and also his career as the rider of thoroughbred horses. But he almost loses both when he is tricked by a showgirl, Vivian Dale. His story of vindication swings from the racetracks of America to England and the historical National Derby, with plenty of red-white-and-blue bunting waving behind the little patriot.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 17, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mervyn LeRoy
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward Buzzell, Adelaide Heilbron, George M. Cohan
- Original Title
- Little Johnny Jones
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- First National Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mervyn LeRoy
Edward Buzzell, Adelaide Heilbron, George M. Cohan
Faxon M. Dean
Frank Ware
Department Leadership Roster
Mervyn LeRoy
Director
Edward Buzzell
Writer
Adelaide Heilbron
Writer
Faxon M. Dean
Director of Photography
Frank Ware
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Little Johnny Jones
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What is Little Johnny Jones about?
Little Johnny Jones is a jockey who is in love with his all-American sweetheart, Mary Baker, and also his career as the rider of thoroughbred horses. But he almost loses both when he is tricked by a showgirl, Vivian Dale. His story of vindication swings from the racetracks of America to England and the historical National Derby, with plenty of red-white-and-blue bunting waving behind the little patriot.
Who directed Little Johnny Jones?
Little Johnny Jones was directed by Mervyn LeRoy.
Who stars in Little Johnny Jones?
The principal cast of Little Johnny Jones includes Edward Buzzell, Alice Day, Edna Murphy, Robert Edeson, Wheeler Oakman.
When was Little Johnny Jones released and how long is it?
Little Johnny Jones was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.