Johnny Appleseed (1986)
Shelley Duvall acted as host for this 1980s television series about legendary characters and historical events. This volume chronicles Jonathan Chapman (Martin Short), who loves two things: apples and his sweetheart, Jenny Smith (Molly Ringwald). Following Mother Nature's advice, he travels the countryside and sows apple seeds along the way, riling Smithville's imperious ruler (Rob Reiner) in this timeless American yarn.
Director: Christopher Guest
Genre: Family
Runtime: 51 min
Release Date: October 31, 1986
Cast
- Martin Short - Jonathan Chapman
- Rob Reiner - Jack Smith
- Molly Ringwald - Jenny Smith
- Anne Jackson - Mother Nature
- Lewis Arquette - Jimbo Smith / Narrator
- Will Sampson - Chief
- Michael McKean - Mac Macintosh
- Archie Hahn - Jed
- Walter Olkewicz - Zeke
- David McCharen - Bart
Screenplay
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Christopher Guest
More Films in Genre: Family
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Johnny Appleseed about?
- Shelley Duvall acted as host for this 1980s television series about legendary characters and historical events. This volume chronicles Jonathan Chapman (Martin Short), who loves two things: apples and his sweetheart, Jenny Smith (Molly Ringwald). Following Mother Nature's advice, he travels the countryside and sows apple seeds along the way, riling Smithville's imperious ruler (Rob Reiner) in this timeless American yarn.
- Who directed Johnny Appleseed?
- Johnny Appleseed was directed by Christopher Guest.
- Who stars in Johnny Appleseed?
- Johnny Appleseed stars Martin Short, Rob Reiner, Molly Ringwald, Anne Jackson, Lewis Arquette, Will Sampson.
- How long is Johnny Appleseed?
- Johnny Appleseed has a runtime of 51m (51 minutes).
- What genre is Johnny Appleseed?
- Johnny Appleseed is a Family film.