The Kid from Cleveland
“The story of a kid, a city... and 30 Godfathers!”
Synopsis
Johnny Barrows, a young man heading toward a life of juvenile delinquency as his home life spirals out of control, sneaks into the 1948 World Series and seeks friendship by playing a sympathetic orphan. He finds stability and mentorship in sportscaster Mike Jackson and the Cleveland Indians, who try to set Johnny on the right path in this touching story for the whole family.
Top Cast
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George Brent
Mike Jackson
Lynn Bari
Katherine Jackson
Russ Tamblyn
Johnny Barrows
Tommy Cook
Dan Hudson
Ann Doran
Emily Novak
Louis Jean Heydt
Carl Novak
K. Elmo Lowe
Dave Joyce
John Beradino
Mac
Bill Veeck
Self
Lou Boudreau
Self
Tris Speaker
Self
Hank Greenberg
Self
Bob Feller
Self
Gene Bearden
Self
Leroy 'Satchel' Paige
Self
Bob Lemon
Self
Steve Gromek
Self
Joe Gordon
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 5, 1949
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Herbert Kline
- Screenplay & Story
- John Bright
- Original Score
- Nathan Scott
- Original Title
- The Kid from Cleveland
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Republic Motion Picture Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Herbert Kline
John Bright, Herbert Kline
Nathan Scott
Jack A. Marta
Jason H. Bernie
Walter Colmes
Department Leadership Roster
Herbert Kline
Director
Walter Colmes
Producer
Nathan Scott
Original Music Composer
John Bright
Screenplay
Jason H. Bernie
Editor
Jack A. Marta
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Kid from Cleveland
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Kid from Cleveland about?
Johnny Barrows, a young man heading toward a life of juvenile delinquency as his home life spirals out of control, sneaks into the 1948 World Series and seeks friendship by playing a sympathetic orphan. He finds stability and mentorship in sportscaster Mike Jackson and the Cleveland Indians, who try to set Johnny on the right path in this touching story for the whole family.
Who directed The Kid from Cleveland?
The Kid from Cleveland was directed by Herbert Kline.
Who stars in The Kid from Cleveland?
The principal cast of The Kid from Cleveland includes George Brent, Lynn Bari, Russ Tamblyn, Tommy Cook, Ann Doran.
When was The Kid from Cleveland released and how long is it?
The Kid from Cleveland was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for The Kid from Cleveland?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Kid from Cleveland was composed by Nathan Scott.