Young Donovan's Kid
Synopsis
A crusader tries to keep a dope dealer from corrupting children.
Top Cast
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Richard Dix
Jim Donovan
Marion Shilling
Kitty Costello
Jackie Cooper
Midge Murray
Frank Sheridan
Father Dan
Boris Karloff
Cokey Joe
Dick Rush
Burke
Fred Kelsey
Collins
Richard Alexander
Ben Murray
Harry Tenbrook
Spike Doyle
Wilfred Lucas
Duryea
Philip Sleeman
Mike Novarro
Robert Wilber
Monk Manilla
Charles Sullivan
Gyp
Jack Perry
Lefty
Frank Beal
McConnell
Sydney Jarvis
Bailiff (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 6, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fred Niblo
- Screenplay & Story
- J. Walter Ruben
- Original Score
- Max Steiner
- Original Title
- Young Donovan's Kid
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 17m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fred Niblo
J. Walter Ruben, Rex Beach
Max Steiner
Department Leadership Roster
Fred Niblo
Director
J. Walter Ruben
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Young Donovan's Kid
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Young Donovan's Kid about?
A crusader tries to keep a dope dealer from corrupting children.
Who directed Young Donovan's Kid?
Young Donovan's Kid was directed by Fred Niblo.
Who stars in Young Donovan's Kid?
The principal cast of Young Donovan's Kid includes Richard Dix, Marion Shilling, Jackie Cooper, Frank Sheridan, Boris Karloff.
When was Young Donovan's Kid released and how long is it?
Young Donovan's Kid was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 17m.
Who composed the musical score for Young Donovan's Kid?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Young Donovan's Kid was composed by Max Steiner.
Is Young Donovan's Kid based on a book or true story?
Young Donovan's Kid is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Rex Beach".