

Tucson
“THE GREAT SOUTHWEST IS THE ALL-AMERICAN CAMPUS NOW...”
Synopsis
The story of Andy Bryant, a University of Arizona student whose grades suffer because of his preoccupation with an upcoming intercollegiate rodeo. Andy's father is more interested in embarrassing a rival at the rodeo than he is with his son's academic progress. When his lack of focus nearly causes a tragic accident in the university chemistry lab, Andy decides to hunker down and study.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Jimmy Lydon
Andy Bryant
Penny Edwards
Laurie Sherman
Deanna Wayne
Jennifer Johnson
Charles Russell
Gregg Johnson
Joe Sawyer
Tod Bryant
Walter Sande
George Reeves
Lyn Wilde
Gertie Peck
Marcia Mae Jones
Polly Johnson
John Ridgely
Ben
Grandon Rhodes
Dean Sherman
Gil Stratton
Jerry Twill
Harry Lauter
George Reeves Jr.
Byron Foulger
Elkins (uncredited)
Mary Gordon
Housemother (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 27, 1949
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William F. Claxton
- Screenplay & Story
- Arnold Belgard
- Original Title
- Tucson
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 4m
- Production Studios
- Sol M. Wurtzel Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William F. Claxton
Arnold Belgard
Department Leadership Roster
William F. Claxton
Director
Arnold Belgard
Screenplay
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.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tucson
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Tucson about?
The story of Andy Bryant, a University of Arizona student whose grades suffer because of his preoccupation with an upcoming intercollegiate rodeo. Andy's father is more interested in embarrassing a rival at the rodeo than he is with his son's academic progress. When his lack of focus nearly causes a tragic accident in the university chemistry lab, Andy decides to hunker down and study.
Who directed Tucson?
Tucson was directed by William F. Claxton.
Who stars in Tucson?
The principal cast of Tucson includes Jimmy Lydon, Penny Edwards, Deanna Wayne, Charles Russell, Joe Sawyer.
When was Tucson released and how long is it?
Tucson was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 1h 4m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Tucson?
Tucson holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).


















