Once Upon a Time (1944)
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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.
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Cary GrantJerry Flynn
Janet BlairJeannie Thompson
James GleasonMoke McGillicuddy
Ted DonaldsonArthur "Pinky" Thompson
William DemarestBrandt
John AbbottReporter (uncredited)
Iris AdrianWoman Exiting Theatre (uncredited)
Henry ArmettaBarber (uncredited)
Charles ArntFred Stacy (uncredited)
Pedro de CordobaProfessor Van Dorn (uncredited)
Walter FennerWalt Disney (uncredited)
James FlavinMan in Subway (uncredited)Keywords
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What is Once Upon a Time about?
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.
How long is Once Upon a Time?
Once Upon a Time has a runtime of 89 minutes.
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