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Smith of Minnesota

Smith of Minnesota

AMERICA'S FAVORITE FOOTBALL SON ROMPS TO TRIUMPH ON THE SCREEN!

Genres

Drama

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This biopic takes an in-depth look into the life of Minnesota All-American football player Bruce Smith. The story is framed by a screenwriter's interview with the famed halfback. In order to garner information, the scenarist is assigned to live with Smith. During the film, Smith shares his thoughts on football and anecdotes from his life.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

66 mins

Rating

0/10

Release Date

15 October 1942

Country

United States of America

Cast

Bruce Smith

Bruce Smith

Bruce Smith

Arline Judge

Arline Judge

Gwyn Allen

Warren Ashe

Warren Ashe

Charles Hardy

Don Beddoe

Don Beddoe

Lew Smith

Kay Harris

Kay Harris

Olive Smith

Robert Kellard

Robert Kellard

George Smith (as Robert Stevens)

Rosemary DeCamp

Rosemary DeCamp

Mrs. Smith (uncredited)

Ann Doran

Ann Doran

(uncredited)

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