The Great Gildersleeve
A small-town blowhard runs for water commissioner while fighting to win custody of his niece and nephew.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1942 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Gordon Douglas |
| Runtime | 62 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.1/10 (5 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The Great Gildersleeve has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.1/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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A classic from 1942. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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🎭 Cast
Harold Peary
Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve
Freddie Mercer
Leroy Forrester
Nancy Gates
Marjorie 'Margie' Forrester
Jane Darwell
Aunt Emma Forrester
Lillian Randolph
Birdie Scoggins
Mary Field
Amelia Hooker
Charles Arnt
Judge Horace Hooker
Thurston Hall
Governor Jonathan Stafford
George Carpenter
Frank Powers
John Dilson
Mayor Appleton
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