Smith of Minnesota

Smith of Minnesota

Smith of Minnesota

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Smith of Minnesota

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

1942

1h 6m

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Drama

Overview

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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Columbia Pictures

Cast & Crew

8 members

Acting

Bruce Smith

Bruce Smith

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Acting

Arline Judge

Gwyn Allen

Arline Judge

Acting

Warren Ashe

Charles Hardy

Warren Ashe

Acting

Don Beddoe

Lew Smith

Don Beddoe

Acting

Kay Harris

Olive Smith

Kay Harris

Acting

Robert Kellard

George Smith (as Robert Stevens)

Robert Kellard

Acting

Rosemary DeCamp

Mrs. Smith (uncredited)

Rosemary DeCamp

Acting

Ann Doran

(uncredited)

Ann Doran

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