Young Tom Edison
“This is a story of triumph.. the triumph of an American boy, who had courage, imagination and faith.”
Synopsis
Inventor Thomas Edison's boyhood is chronicled and shows him as a lad whose early inventions and scientific experiments usually end up causing disastrous results. As a result, the towns folk all think Tom is crazy, and creating a strained relationship between Tom and his father. Tom's only solace is his understanding mother who believes he's headed to do great things.
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YOUNG TOM EDISON
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-02-07
Top Cast
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Mickey Rooney
Thomas Alva 'Tom' Edison
George Bancroft
Samuel 'Sam' Edison
Fay Bainter
Mrs. Samuel 'Nancy' Edison
Virginia Weidler
Tannie Edison
Eugene Pallette
Mr. Nelson
Victor Kilian
Mr. Dingle
Bobby Jordan
Joe 'Joey' Dingle
Lloyd Corrigan
Dr. Pender
John Kellogg
Bill Edison
Clem Bevans
Mr. Waddell
Eily Malyon
Miss Lavina Howard, School Teacher
Harry Shannon
Army Captain Brackett
Ernie Adams
Passenger Buying Maple Sugar
Maude Allen
Woman Fainting at Downed Bridge
Jessie Arnold
Woman at Station
Polly Bailey
Woman at Station
Sherwood Bailey
Red, Joe's Friend
Jack Baxley
Man at Dingle's Store
Release History & Theatrical Window
Port Huron, Michigan
Festival / Special Debut
March 15, 1940
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Norman Taurog
- Screenplay & Story
- Hugo Butler, Dore Schary, Bradbury Foote
- Original Title
- Young Tom Edison
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Norman Taurog
Hugo Butler, Dore Schary, Bradbury Foote
Sidney Wagner
Elmo Veron
John W. Considine Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
Hugo Butler
Screenplay
Dore Schary
Screenplay
Bradbury Foote
Screenplay
Norman Taurog
Director
John W. Considine Jr.
Producer
Sidney Wagner
Director of Photography
Elmo Veron
Editor
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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 Young Tom Edison
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What is Young Tom Edison about?
Inventor Thomas Edison's boyhood is chronicled and shows him as a lad whose early inventions and scientific experiments usually end up causing disastrous results. As a result, the towns folk all think Tom is crazy, and creating a strained relationship between Tom and his father. Tom's only solace is his understanding mother who believes he's headed to do great things.
Who directed Young Tom Edison?
Young Tom Edison was directed by Norman Taurog.
Who stars in Young Tom Edison?
The principal cast of Young Tom Edison includes Mickey Rooney, George Bancroft, Fay Bainter, Virginia Weidler, Eugene Pallette.
When was Young Tom Edison released and how long is it?
Young Tom Edison was released in 1940 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Young Tom Edison?
Young Tom Edison holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).