Papa's Delicate Condition
“Follow the Gay Parade!”
Synopsis
A jolly, family-oriented railroad superintendent tries to get his act together when his love for the bottle starts to alienate him from his wife and oldest daughter. His younger daughter, however, still remains unflinchingly loyal to him, and they share many fun misadventures over the course of the movie.
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Jackie Gleason
Jack Griffith
Glynis Johns
Amberlyn Griffith
Charles Ruggles
Anthony Ghio
Laurel Goodwin
Augusta Griffith
Linda Bruhl
Corrie
Ned Glass
Mr. Sparrow
Murray Hamilton
Mr. Harvey
Elisha Cook Jr.
Mr. Keith
Charles Lane
Mr. Cosgrove
Claude Johnson
Norman
Don Beddoe
Mayor Ghio's assistant
Juanita Moore
Ellie
Larri Thomas
Circus Performer
Jack Carr
Speaker
Trevor Bardette
Stanley Henderson II
Ken Renard
Walter
Benny Baker
Douglas
Bob Hopkins
Politician
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 6, 1963
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Marshall
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Rose, Corinne Griffith
- Original Score
- Joseph J. Lilley
- Original Title
- Papa's Delicate Condition
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Amro Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Marshall
Jack Rose, Corinne Griffith
Joseph J. Lilley
Loyal Griggs
Frank P. Keller
Department Leadership Roster
George Marshall
Director
Jack Rose
Screenplay
Corinne Griffith
Screenplay
Loyal Griggs
Director of Photography
Frank P. Keller
Editor
Joseph J. Lilley
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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 Papa's Delicate Condition
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What is Papa's Delicate Condition about?
A jolly, family-oriented railroad superintendent tries to get his act together when his love for the bottle starts to alienate him from his wife and oldest daughter. His younger daughter, however, still remains unflinchingly loyal to him, and they share many fun misadventures over the course of the movie.
Who directed Papa's Delicate Condition?
Papa's Delicate Condition was directed by George Marshall.
Who stars in Papa's Delicate Condition?
The principal cast of Papa's Delicate Condition includes Jackie Gleason, Glynis Johns, Charles Ruggles, Laurel Goodwin, Linda Bruhl.
When was Papa's Delicate Condition released and how long is it?
Papa's Delicate Condition was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Papa's Delicate Condition?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Papa's Delicate Condition was composed by Joseph J. Lilley.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Papa's Delicate Condition?
Papa's Delicate Condition holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).