Once Upon a Time (1944)

06/29/1944 (US) • 1h 29m

Family, Fantasy, Comedy

it's CHUCKLESOME!

Overview

Broadway producer Jerry Flynn is anxious to recapture the magic and reclaim the crowds after a set of costly flops. Outside his theater one night, Flynn meets a young boy who just might save the day. Inside a small box the boy shows Flynn his pride and joy: a caterpillar named Curly that dances to Yes Sir, That's My Baby. Word quickly spreads about the amazingly talented hoofer, and the caterpillar becomes a symbol of hope for wartime America. Soon, offers are pouring in to capitalize on this sensational insect.

Top Billed Cast

Cary Grant

Jerry Flynn

Janet Blair

Jeannie Thompson

James Gleason

Moke McGillicuddy

Ted Donaldson

Arthur "Pinky" Thompson

John Abbott

Reporter (uncredited)

Iris Adrian

Woman Exiting Theatre (uncredited)

Henry Armetta

Barber (uncredited)

Charles Arnt

Fred Stacy (uncredited)


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

con trick

dancing caterpillar

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