
Swanee River
The Story of Stephen C. Foster - The Great American Troubadour
Swanee River is a 1940 American biopic about Stephen Foster, a songwriter from Pittsburgh who falls in love with the South, marries a Southern girl, then is accused of sympathizing when the Civil War breaks out. Typical of 20th Century Fox biopics of the time, the film is more fictional than factual biography.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Swanee River
- Genres: Drama, Music, Thriller
- Release Date: 1939-12-29
- Runtime: 84 minutes
- Rating: 6.5/10 (2 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: 20th Century Fox
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.1022
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Don Ameche
as Stephen Foster

Andrea Leeds
as Jane McDowell Foster

Al Jolson
as Edwin P. Christy

Felix Bressart
as Henry Kleber

Chick Chandler
as Bones

Russell Hicks
as Andrew McDowell

Diane Fisher
as Marion Foster

George P. Breakston
as Ambrose

Nella Walker
as Mrs. McDowell

Mae Marsh
as Mrs. Jonathan Fry (uncredited)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swanee River?▼
Swanee River is a Drama, Music, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1939-12-29.
Who are the main actors in Swanee River?▼
The main cast includes Don Ameche, Andrea Leeds, Al Jolson, Felix Bressart, Chick Chandler, .
Where can I watch Swanee River online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Swanee River is available.
Is Swanee River based on a true story?▼
The Story of Stephen C. Foster - The Great American Troubadour
What is the IMDb rating of Swanee River?▼
Swanee River has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 2 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Swanee River?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Swanee River?▼
The soundtrack was composed by 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Swanee River filmed?▼
Swanee River was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Swanee River?▼
The total runtime of Swanee River is 84 minutes.
Is Swanee River suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Swanee River?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Swanee River.
Does Swanee River have a post-credit scene?▼
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