Ma and Pa Kettle
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Synopsis
The Kettles and their fifteen children are about to be evicted from their rundown rustic home when Pa wins the grand prize by coming up with a new tobacco slogan. Birdie Hicks is jealous of the family's new wealth, which includes a completely automated modern home, and accuses Pa of stealing the slogan. Reporter Kim Parker proves Birdie wrong and marries Tom Kettle.
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Top Cast
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Marjorie Main
Phoebe 'Ma' Kettle
Percy Kilbride
Frank 'Pa' Kettle
Richard Long
Tom Kettle
Meg Randall
Kim Parker
Patricia Alphin
Secretary
Esther Dale
Mrs. Birdie Hicks
Barry Kelley
Mr. Victor Tomkins
Harry Antrim
Mayor Dwiggins
Isabel O'Madigan
Mrs. Hicks' Mother
Ida Moore
Emily
Emory Parnell
Bill Reed
Boyd Davis
Mr. Simpson
O.Z. Whitehead
Mr. Billings
Ray Bennett
Sam Rogers
Alvin Hammer
Alvin
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 1949
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Lamont
- Screenplay & Story
- Betty MacDonald, Al Lewis
- Original Score
- Milton Schwarzwald
- Original Title
- Ma and Pa Kettle
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Production Studios
- Universal International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Lamont
Betty MacDonald, Al Lewis
Milton Schwarzwald
Maury Gertsman
Russell F. Schoengarth
Leonard Goldstein
Department Leadership Roster
Betty MacDonald
Writer
Charles Lamont
Director
Leonard Goldstein
Producer
Russell F. Schoengarth
Editor
Maury Gertsman
Director of Photography
Al Lewis
Writer
Milton Schwarzwald
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ma and Pa Kettle
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ma and Pa Kettle about?
The Kettles and their fifteen children are about to be evicted from their rundown rustic home when Pa wins the grand prize by coming up with a new tobacco slogan. Birdie Hicks is jealous of the family's new wealth, which includes a completely automated modern home, and accuses Pa of stealing the slogan. Reporter Kim Parker proves Birdie wrong and marries Tom Kettle.
Who directed Ma and Pa Kettle?
Ma and Pa Kettle was directed by Charles Lamont.
Who stars in Ma and Pa Kettle?
The principal cast of Ma and Pa Kettle includes Marjorie Main, Percy Kilbride, Richard Long, Meg Randall, Patricia Alphin.
When was Ma and Pa Kettle released and how long is it?
Ma and Pa Kettle was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.
Who composed the musical score for Ma and Pa Kettle?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ma and Pa Kettle was composed by Milton Schwarzwald.