A Hole in the Head
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Synopsis
An impractical widower tries to hang onto his Miami hotel and his 12-year-old son.
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A Hole in the Head (1959) Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-10-10
Top Cast
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Frank Sinatra
Tony Manetta
Edward G. Robinson
Mario Manetta
Eleanor Parker
Eloise Rogers
Thelma Ritter
Sophie Manetta
Carolyn Jones
Shirl
Keenan Wynn
Jerry Marks
Dub Taylor
Fred
Joi Lansing
Dorine
Eddie Hodges
Ally Manetta
Connie Sawyer
Miss Wexler
Ruby Dandridge
Sally
James Komack
Julius Manetta
Benny Rubin
Abe Diamond
Sam McDaniel
Andy
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 15, 1959
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Capra
- Screenplay & Story
- Arnold Schulman
- Original Score
- Nelson Riddle
- Original Title
- A Hole in the Head
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- SinCap Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Capra
Arnold Schulman
Nelson Riddle
William H. Daniels
William Hornbeck
Frank Capra, Frank Sinatra
Department Leadership Roster
Nelson Riddle
Original Music Composer
Frank Capra
Director
Frank Capra
Producer
Edith Head
Costume Design
William Hornbeck
Editor
Arnold Schulman
Writer
William H. Daniels
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Hole in the Head
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Hole in the Head about?
An impractical widower tries to hang onto his Miami hotel and his 12-year-old son.
Who directed A Hole in the Head?
A Hole in the Head was directed by Frank Capra.
Who stars in A Hole in the Head?
The principal cast of A Hole in the Head includes Frank Sinatra, Edward G. Robinson, Eleanor Parker, Thelma Ritter, Carolyn Jones.
When was A Hole in the Head released and how long is it?
A Hole in the Head was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for A Hole in the Head?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Hole in the Head was composed by Nelson Riddle.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Hole in the Head?
A Hole in the Head holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).