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The Biscuit Eater (1940)

1940-05-24 · 1h 21m · EN
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THERE is real DRAMA in this story of a BOY...and his DOG!

Two little boys have faith in a dog they name Promise, so much faith that they enter him in the championship trials for bird dogs. The favorite is Georgia Boy bred and trained by the boys' fathers. And if Georgia Boy doesn't win, the fathers may both lose their jobs.

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Stuart HeislerDirector

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Billy LeeBilly LeeLonnie McNeilCordell HickmanCordell HickmanText LeeRichard LaneRichard LaneHarvey McNeilLester MatthewsLester MatthewsMr. AmesHelene MillardHelene MillardMrs. McNeilFred 'Snowflake' ToonesFred 'Snowflake' ToonesSermonTiverton InvaderTiverton InvaderPromise - the DogEarl JohnsonEarl JohnsonField JudgeWilliam RussellWilliam RussellField JudgeWilliam D. RussellWilliam D. RussellField Judge (uncredited)

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Father

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Genre affinityDrama · FamilyTheme affinityFatherDialogue densityDramaPacingShortEmotional intensityFamilyDirector preference317774

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Frequently asked questions about The Biscuit Eater

What is The Biscuit Eater about?

Two little boys have faith in a dog they name Promise, so much faith that they enter him in the championship trials for bird dogs. The favorite is Georgia Boy bred and trained by the boys' fathers. And if Georgia Boy doesn't win, the fathers may both lose their jobs.

How long is The Biscuit Eater?

The Biscuit Eater has a runtime of 81 minutes.