War ·Drama · United States of America · 1943 · 1h 5m

The Underdog

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Director
William Nigh
Cast
Barton MacLane as John Tate Bobby Larson as Henry Tate Jan Wiley as Amy Tate Charlotte Wynters as Mrs. Bailey Conrad Binyon as Spike Elizabeth Valentine as Mrs. Connors
Crew
Ben Lithman — Screenplay Malvin Wald — Story Lawrence Taylor — Story
Tagline

COURAGE PROVED BY FIRE... Even a Quitter Can Be A Hero When The Chips Are Down!

Synopsis

During WWII, a strong-willed 12-year-old boy tries to steer his vocationally and maritally confused father straight, at the same time striving to keep his honor while the gang in his new neighborhood bully him.

Mood & Themes
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Key Collaborators
William Nigh Director Ben Lithman Screenplay Malvin Wald Story Lawrence Taylor Story
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