Step by Step
“You can't use kid gloves on a killer... or a blonde!”
Synopsis
Marine veteran Johnny Christopher meets and is immediately drawn to beautiful Evelyn Smith one day on the beach. Evelyn's new job as secretary to a U.S. senator in California soon brings unexpected intrigue and trouble for her and Johnny. The machinations of a sinister group of Nazi spies lead to mysteries and mistaken identities, and the two soon find themselves framed for murder!
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Lawrence Tierney
Johnny Christopher
Anne Jeffreys
Evelyn Smith
Lowell Gilmore
Von Dorn
Myrna Dell
Gretchen
Harry Harvey
Sen. Remmy
Addison Richards
James Blackton
Ray Walker
Agt. Jorgensen
Jason Robards Sr.
Bruckner
George Cleveland
Capt. Caleb Simpson
Bonnie Blair
Nurse
Lee Bonnell
Police Sgt. Roth
Robert Clarke
The Doctor
Hal Craig
Vice-Admiral
Ralph Dunn
Patrol Car Cop
Lee Elson
Judd
Don Evers
Policeman
Pat Flaherty
Motorcycle Cop #1
James Flavin
Woods
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 23, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Phil Rosen
- Screenplay & Story
- Stuart Palmer, George Callahan
- Original Score
- Paul Sawtell
- Original Title
- Step by Step
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 2m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Phil Rosen
Stuart Palmer, George Callahan
Paul Sawtell
Frank Redman
Robert Swink
Sid Rogell
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Redman
Director of Photography
Stuart Palmer
Writer
Robert Swink
Editor
Phil Rosen
Director
Paul Sawtell
Original Music Composer
Renié
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Step by Step.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Step by Step
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Step by Step about?
Marine veteran Johnny Christopher meets and is immediately drawn to beautiful Evelyn Smith one day on the beach. Evelyn's new job as secretary to a U.S. senator in California soon brings unexpected intrigue and trouble for her and Johnny. The machinations of a sinister group of Nazi spies lead to mysteries and mistaken identities, and the two soon find themselves framed for murder!
Who directed Step by Step?
Step by Step was directed by Phil Rosen.
Who stars in Step by Step?
The principal cast of Step by Step includes Lawrence Tierney, Anne Jeffreys, Lowell Gilmore, Myrna Dell, Harry Harvey.
When was Step by Step released and how long is it?
Step by Step was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 1h 2m.
Who composed the musical score for Step by Step?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Step by Step was composed by Paul Sawtell.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Step by Step?
Step by Step holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).