Glamour Boy
"JUMPIN' JACKIE AND SWEET SUSANNA!"
Originally released in 1941. Glamour Boy is a drama/comedy film. directed by Ralph Murphy. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jackie Cooper, Susanna Foster, and Walter Abel
Synopsis
Former child star Jackie Cooper headlines this sentimental behind-the-scenes comedy drama. He plays an ex-child star who now jerks sodas for a living in Hollywood. He gets back into the movie business when he overhears a conversation between producers discussing their newest prodigy. Cooper butts in and suggests the producers remake Skippy (a real-life 1931 film that made young Cooper a star). The bigwigs like the idea and then hire Cooper to become the boy's acting coach. Once back on the backlot, Cooper finds both trouble and romance while helping the young boy adjust to life as a movie star.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 5, 1941
84 years ago
Runtime
1h 19m
79 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Jackie Cooper
as Tiny Barlow
Susanna Foster
as Joan Winslow
Walter Abel
as Anthony J. Colder
Darryl Hickman
as Billy Doran
Ann Gillis
as Brenda Lee
William Demarest
as Papa Doran
Jackie Searl
as Georgie Clemons
Edith Meiser
as Jenny Sullivan (as Edith Meisser)
John Gallaudet
as Mickey Fadden
William Wright
as Hank Landon
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glamour Boy about?
Former child star Jackie Cooper headlines this sentimental behind-the-scenes comedy drama. He plays an ex-child star who now jerks sodas for a living in Hollywood. He gets back into the movie busin...
Who directed Glamour Boy?
Glamour Boy was directed by Ralph Murphy.
How long is Glamour Boy?
Glamour Boy has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).
When was Glamour Boy released?
Glamour Boy was released on December 5, 1941 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Glamour Boy?
The main cast of Glamour Boy includes Jackie Cooper, Susanna Foster, Walter Abel, Darryl Hickman, Ann Gillis.