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The Biscuit Eater (1940)

Movie ★ 6.5 81 min

Family Drama

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.

Stuart Heisler Director

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Quick facts

Released
May 24, 1940
Runtime
81 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0032254
Language
,

Themes

Cast

Billy Lee Billy Lee Lonnie McNeil Cordell Hickman Cordell Hickman Text Lee Richard Lane Richard Lane Harvey McNeil Lester Matthews Lester Matthews Mr. Ames Helene Millard Helene Millard Mrs. McNeil Fred 'Snowflake' Toones Fred 'Snowflake' Toones Sermon Tiverton Invader Promise - the Dog Earl Johnson Field Judge William D. Russell William D. Russell Field Judge (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

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.
Who directed The Biscuit Eater?
The Biscuit Eater was directed by Stuart Heisler.
Who stars in The Biscuit Eater?
The Biscuit Eater stars Billy Lee, Cordell Hickman, Richard Lane, Lester Matthews.
When was The Biscuit Eater released?
The Biscuit Eater is a 1940 family, drama film.
Where can I watch The Biscuit Eater?
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