The Biscuit Eater (1940)
THERE is real DRAMA in this story of a BOY...and his DOG!
Two little boys have faith in a dog they name Promise, so much faith that they enter him in the championship trials for bird dogs. The favorite is Georgia Boy bred and trained by the boys' fathers. And if Georgia Boy doesn't win, the fathers may both lose their jobs.
Director: Stuart Heisler
Genre: Family, Drama
Runtime: 81 min
Release Date: May 24, 1940
Cast
- Billy Lee - Lonnie McNeil
- Cordell Hickman - Text Lee
- Richard Lane - Harvey McNeil
- Lester Matthews - Mr. Ames
- Helene Millard - Mrs. McNeil
- Fred 'Snowflake' Toones - Sermon
- Tiverton Invader - Promise - the Dog
- Earl Johnson - Field Judge
- William D. Russell - Field Judge (uncredited)
Screenplay
- Stuart Anthony (Screenplay)
- Lillie Hayward (Screenplay)
- James H. Street (Story)
Production: Paramount Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: Deutsch, English
Original Language: en
Themes
Estranged Father's Letter and Fate
Keywords
father
More Films by Director: Stuart Heisler
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Biscuit Eater about?
- Two little boys have faith in a dog they name Promise, so much faith that they enter him in the championship trials for bird dogs. The favorite is Georgia Boy bred and trained by the boys' fathers. And if Georgia Boy doesn't win, the fathers may both lose their jobs.
- Who directed The Biscuit Eater?
- The Biscuit Eater was directed by Stuart Heisler.
- Who stars in The Biscuit Eater?
- The Biscuit Eater stars Billy Lee, Cordell Hickman, Richard Lane, Lester Matthews, Helene Millard, Fred 'Snowflake' Toones.
- How long is The Biscuit Eater?
- The Biscuit Eater has a runtime of 1h 21m (81 minutes).
- What genre is The Biscuit Eater?
- The Biscuit Eater is a Family, Drama film.
- Where was The Biscuit Eater produced?
- The Biscuit Eater was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of The Biscuit Eater?
- The themes of The Biscuit Eater include: Estranged Father's Letter and Fate.