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Reaching for the Sun

Reaching for the Sun

Comedy of a North Woods clam-digger who journeys to Detroit to earn money for outboard motor by working on auto assembly line.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Reaching for the Sun
  • Genres: Comedy, Drama
  • Release Date: 1941-05-01
  • Runtime: 90 minutes
  • Rating: 6/10 (2 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Paramount Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.9253
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Joel McCrea

Joel McCrea

as Russ Eliot

Ellen Drew

Ellen Drew

as Rita

Eddie Bracken

Eddie Bracken

as Benny Hogan

Albert Dekker

Albert Dekker

as Herman

Billy Gilbert

Billy Gilbert

as Amos

George Chandler

George Chandler

as Jerry

Bodil Rosing

Bodil Rosing

as Rita's Mother

James Burke

James Burke

as Norm

Nella Walker

Nella Walker

as Nurse

Eily Malyon

Eily Malyon

as Landlady

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

factoryfishermanrivalryromance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Reaching for the Sun?

Reaching for the Sun is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1941-05-01.

Who are the main actors in Reaching for the Sun?

The main cast includes Joel McCrea, Ellen Drew, Eddie Bracken, Albert Dekker, Billy Gilbert, .

Where can I watch Reaching for the Sun online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Reaching for the Sun is available.

Is Reaching for the Sun based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Reaching for the Sun?

Reaching for the Sun has an IMDb rating of 6/10 based on 2 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Reaching for the Sun?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Reaching for the Sun?

The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Reaching for the Sun filmed?

Reaching for the Sun was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Reaching for the Sun?

The total runtime of Reaching for the Sun is 90 minutes.

Is Reaching for the Sun suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Reaching for the Sun?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Reaching for the Sun.

Does Reaching for the Sun have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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