The Quitter
Originally released in 1934. The Quitter is a drama film. directed by Richard Thorpe. At just 68 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charley Grapewin, Emma Dunn, and William Bakewell
Synopsis
When her husband, who founded the town's crusading local newspaper, doesn't come back from the French battlefields of World War I, a woman struggles to raise her two sons and keep the newspaper going. Matters are complicated by the fact that, several years later, one of the sons wants to turn the paper from its position as a hard-fighting champion of the working-class into an upscale society paper catering to the rich and powerful. Matters are complicated even further by rumors that their father was in fact NOT killed in France during the war but took another man's identity and is still living there.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 5, 1934
92 years ago
Runtime
1h 8m
68 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Charley Grapewin
as Ed Tilford
Emma Dunn
as Cordelia Tilford
William Bakewell
as Russell Tilford
Barbara Weeks
as Diana Winthrop
Hale Hamilton
as Maj. Stephen Winthrop
Glen Boles
as Eddie Tilford
Mary Kornman
as Annabelle Hibbs
Lafe McKee
as Zack
Aggie Herring
as Hannah
Jane Keckley
as Sister Hooten
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Chesterfield Motion Pictures Corporation (I)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Quitter about?
When her husband, who founded the town's crusading local newspaper, doesn't come back from the French battlefields of World War I, a woman struggles to raise her two sons and keep the newspaper goi...
Who directed The Quitter?
The Quitter was directed by Richard Thorpe.
How long is The Quitter?
The Quitter has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).
When was The Quitter released?
The Quitter was released on February 5, 1934 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Quitter?
The main cast of The Quitter includes Charley Grapewin, Emma Dunn, William Bakewell, Barbara Weeks, Hale Hamilton.