Penrod and Sam
Originally released in 1931. Penrod and Sam is a comedy/drama film. directed by William Beaudine. At just 71 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Leon Janney, Frank Coghlan Jr., and Margaret Marquis
Synopsis
Best pals Penrod and Sam are leaders of a super-secret neighborhood society, the In-Or-In Boys Club. Troubles arise when a pompous prig tries to join the club and when the boys lose their clubhouse in a land sale. But there’s also plenty of time to play pranks, put on a carnival, experience the pangs of first love, and romp with Duke, the world’s best dog.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1931
94 years ago
Runtime
1h 11m
71 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Top Cast
Leon Janney
as Penrod Schofield
Frank Coghlan Jr.
as Sam Williams
Margaret Marquis
as Marjorie Jones
Dorothy Peterson
as Mary Schofield
Billy Lord
as Georgie Hemingway Bassett
Michael Stuart
as Rodney Bitts
Jimmy Robinson
as Herman Washington
Robert Dandridge
as Verman Washington
Matt Moore
as Henry Schofield
Dorothy Peterson
as Mrs. Schofield
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- First National Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penrod and Sam about?
Best pals Penrod and Sam are leaders of a super-secret neighborhood society, the In-Or-In Boys Club. Troubles arise when a pompous prig tries to join the club and when the boys lose their clubhouse...
Who directed Penrod and Sam?
Penrod and Sam was directed by William Beaudine.
How long is Penrod and Sam?
Penrod and Sam has a runtime of 1 hours and 11 minutes (71 minutes total).
When was Penrod and Sam released?
Penrod and Sam was released on October 1, 1931 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Penrod and Sam?
The main cast of Penrod and Sam includes Leon Janney, Frank Coghlan Jr., Margaret Marquis, Dorothy Peterson, Billy Lord.