Direction: Norman Taurog

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Spencer Tracy · Mickey Rooney · Henry Hull · Leslie Fenton

Synopsis Boys Town (1938) follows the inspiring journey of Father Edward J. Flanagan, brilliantly portrayed by Spencer Tracy, who won his second Academy Award for this role. The film delves into Flanagan's belief that every boy, given the right opportunity, can...

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Fred Astaire · Eleanor Powell · George Murphy · Frank Morgan

Synopsis Broadway Melody Of 1940 (1940) follows the journey of Johnny Brett and King Shaw, a dance duo struggling to make a name for themselves in the bustling city of New York. Their fortunes take an unexpected turn when a prominent...

Direction Ernst Lubitsch · Norman Taurog · Norman Z. McLeod · William A. Seiter

Cast Gary Cooper · Charles Laughton · George Raft · Jack Oakie

Synopsis If I Had a Million (1932) is a lively and star-studded comedy film that centers around a wealthy steel magnate (Richard Bennett) who, upon learning of his impending death, decides to distribute his fortune by randomly selecting eight individuals from...

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Tommy Kelly · May Robson · Walter Brennan · Victor Jory

Synopsis The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1938) presents a heartwarming adaptation of Mark Twain's classic narrative, set in the picturesque landscapes of 1850s Missouri. This rendition stays largely true to the original story, with a few minor tweaks, notably portraying the...

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Spencer Tracy · Mickey Rooney · Bobs Watson · Larry Nunn

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Mickey Rooney · Fay Bainter · George Bancroft · Virginia Weidler

Synopsis Young Tom Edison (1940) follows the early years of the renowned inventor, portrayed by Mickey Rooney. This biographical film delves into the formative experiences of the young prodigy who would later become one of America's most celebrated innovators. The story...

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Cary Grant · Betsy Drake · Lurene Tuttle · Randy Stuart

Synopsis Room for One More (1952) follows the story of the Rose family, consisting of Anne, her husband "Poppy," and their three unique children. Anne, known for her compassion, frequently takes in stray animals and, one day, extends her kindness to...

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Dean Martin · Jerry Lewis · Janet Leigh · Edward Arnold

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Dean Martin · Jerry Lewis · Polly Bergen · Marion Marshall

Synopsis The Stooge (1951) centers around the self-absorbed vaudevillian performer, Bill Miller, who revels in the spotlight thanks to his thriving musical-comedy routine. However, the true backbone of his success is his unsung sidekick, whose contributions go largely unnoticed.

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Dean Martin · Jerry Lewis · Diana Lynn · Nina Foch

Synopsis You're Never Too Young (1955) follows the comedic misadventures of an ambitious barber who finds himself entangled in a diamond heist. To evade the authorities and stay one step ahead, he cleverly disguises himself as a 12-year-old boy, leading to...

Direction Stephen Roberts · Larry Semon · Norman Taurog

Cast Larry Semon · Dorothy Dwan · Mickey McBan · Frank Alexander

Synopsis The Cloudhopper (S) (1925) follows the thrilling journey of Larry, who inadvertently becomes an eyewitness to a daring theft of documents from a secure safe. Driven by a sense of duty and curiosity, Larry embarks on a relentless pursuit to...

Direction Larry Semon · Norman Taurog

Cast Larry Semon · Oliver Hardy · Frank Alexander · Lucille Carlisle

Synopsis The Show (S) (1922) follows the chaotic backstage antics of a beleaguered propman, played by Larry Semon, as he navigates a series of mishaps and misfortunes. The propman must contend with faulty wind machines, unpredictable roosters that eject nitroglycerine, and...

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Dean Martin · Jerry Lewis · Donna Reed · Barbara Bates

Synopsis The Caddy (1953) follows the humorous journey of Harvey Miller, a talented golfer plagued by stage fright, and Joe Anthony, his girlfriend's brother. Miller, despite his skills, struggles to perform under the pressure of an audience. He takes on the...

Direction Larry Semon · Norman Taurog

Cast Larry Semon · Oliver Hardy · Frank Alexander · Kathleen O'Connor

Synopsis The Sawmill (S) (1922) follows the comedic misadventures of an inept sawmill worker who is determined to capture the heart of his boss's daughter. As he navigates the challenges of his job, he must also evade the relentless harassment from...

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Judy Garland · Mickey Rooney · June Allyson · Gene Kelly

Synopsis Words and Music (1948) follows a fictionalized account of the lives and careers of legendary songwriters Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart. The narrative is filled with characters who speak in overly formal and somewhat awkward dialogue, simplifying the complexities of...

Direction Norman Taurog · Busby Berkeley

Cast Mickey Rooney · Judy Garland · Gil Stratton · Robert E. Strickland

Synopsis Girl Crazy (1943) follows the escapades of wealthy young Danny Churchill (Mickey Rooney), a man with a penchant for the finer things in life, including wine, women, and music, but not academia. His father, in an attempt to steer him...

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Deanna Durbin · Herbert Marshall · Gail Patrick · Arthur Treacher

Synopsis Mad About Music (1938) centers around a creative young woman attending a prestigious girls' school in Switzerland. She captivates her peers with thrilling tales and forged letters from a supposedly adventurous father. When the school demands proof of his existence,...

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Dean Martin · Jerry Lewis · Mona Freeman · Don DeFore

Synopsis Jumping Jacks (1952) follows the story of Hap Smith, a talented nightclub comedian who, in a twist of fate, adopts the persona of another soldier. This deception allows him to embark on a tour of army bases, performing in a...

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Brian Donlevy · Robert Walker · Tom Drake · Beverly Tyler

Synopsis The Beginning or the End (1947) chronicles the intricate journey of the first atomic bomb, from its inception through research and development to its eventual deployment. The film meticulously explores the scientific endeavors and strategic decisions that led to the...

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Jackie Cooper · Robert Coogan · Mitzi Green · Jackie Searl

Synopsis Skippy (1931) follows the adventures of a young boy who, instead of his usual escapades to bend his parents' rules, forms an unlikely friendship with Sooky, a boy from a different social background. The duo faces a pressing challenge: they...