The Main Street Kid
Synopsis
A young boy is struck by lightning, and discovers afterwards that he has the power of telepathy.
Top Cast
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Al Pearce
Otis Jones
Janet Martin
Jill Jones
Alan Mowbray
The Great Martine
Adele Mara
Gloria
Arlene Harris
Edie Jones
Emil Rameau
Max
Byron Barr
Bud Wheeling (as Byron S. Barr)
Douglas Evans
Mark Howell
Roy Barcroft
Torrey
Phil Arnold
Riley
Sarah Edwards
Mrs. Clauson
Earle Hodgins
Judge Belin
Dick Elliott
Sam Trotter
Peggy Wynne
Young Woman
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1948
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- R.G. Springsteen
- Screenplay & Story
- Jerry Sackheim
- Original Title
- The Main Street Kid
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 4m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
R.G. Springsteen
Jerry Sackheim
John MacBurnie
Tony Martinelli
Department Leadership Roster
R.G. Springsteen
Director
Jerry Sackheim
Screenplay
Tony Martinelli
Editor
John MacBurnie
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
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 The Main Street Kid
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Main Street Kid about?
A young boy is struck by lightning, and discovers afterwards that he has the power of telepathy.
Who directed The Main Street Kid?
The Main Street Kid was directed by R.G. Springsteen.
Who stars in The Main Street Kid?
The principal cast of The Main Street Kid includes Al Pearce, Janet Martin, Alan Mowbray, Adele Mara, Arlene Harris.
When was The Main Street Kid released and how long is it?
The Main Street Kid was released in 1948 with a total runtime of 1h 4m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Main Street Kid?
The Main Street Kid holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).