Johnny Eager
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Synopsis
A charming racketeer seduces the DA's stepdaughter for revenge, then falls in love.
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Type: Clip • Published 2019-11-10
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Robert Taylor
Johnny Eager
Lana Turner
Lisbeth Bard
Edward Arnold
John Benson Farrell
Van Heflin
Jeff Hartnett
Robert Sterling
Jimmy Courtney
Patricia Dane
Garnet
Glenda Farrell
Mae Blythe
Henry O'Neill
Mr. Verne
Diana Lewis
Judy Sanford
Barry Nelson
Lew Rankin
Charles Dingle
Marco
Paul Stewart
Julio
Cy Kendall
Halligan
Don Costello
Billiken
Lou Lubin
Benjy
Joe Downing
Ryan (as Joseph Downing)
Connie Gilchrist
Peg
Robin Raymond
Matilda
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 9, 1941
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 5, 2009
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mervyn LeRoy
- Screenplay & Story
- James Edward Grant, John Lee Mahin
- Original Score
- Bronislau Kaper, Daniele Amfitheatrof
- Original Title
- Johnny Eager
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mervyn LeRoy
James Edward Grant, John Lee Mahin
Bronislau Kaper, Daniele Amfitheatrof
Harold Rosson
Albert Akst
John W. Considine Jr., Mervyn LeRoy
Department Leadership Roster
Mervyn LeRoy
Director
James Edward Grant
Screenplay
John Lee Mahin
Screenplay
John W. Considine Jr.
Producer
Mervyn LeRoy
Producer
Bronislau Kaper
Original Music Composer
Harold Rosson
Director of Photography
Albert Akst
Editor
Daniele Amfitheatrof
Original Music Composer
Robert Kalloch
Costume Design
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Johnny Eager
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What is Johnny Eager about?
A charming racketeer seduces the DA's stepdaughter for revenge, then falls in love.
Who directed Johnny Eager?
Johnny Eager was directed by Mervyn LeRoy.
Who stars in Johnny Eager?
The principal cast of Johnny Eager includes Robert Taylor, Lana Turner, Edward Arnold, Van Heflin, Robert Sterling.
When was Johnny Eager released and how long is it?
Johnny Eager was released in 1941 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
Who composed the musical score for Johnny Eager?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Johnny Eager was composed by Bronislau Kaper, Daniele Amfitheatrof.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Johnny Eager?
Johnny Eager holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).