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The Major and the Minor

The Major and the Minor

Is she a kid - or is she kidding?

Returning to her hometown from New York, Susan Applegate learns that she hasn't enough for the train fare and disguises herself as a twelve-year-old to travel for half the price. She hides from the conductors in the compartment of Major Philip Kirby, a military school instructor, who takes the "child" under his wing.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Major and the Minor
  • Genres: Comedy, Romance
  • Release Date: 1942-09-16
  • Runtime: 100 minutes
  • Rating: 7.033/10 (138 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $2,500,000
  • Production Companies: Paramount Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.7877
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Ginger Rogers

Ginger Rogers

as Susan Applegate

Ray Milland

Ray Milland

as Philip Kirby

Rita Johnson

Rita Johnson

as Pamela Hill

Robert Benchley

Robert Benchley

as Albert Osborne

Diana Lynn

Diana Lynn

as Lucy Hill

Edward Fielding

Edward Fielding

as Oliver Slater Hill

Frankie Thomas

Frankie Thomas

as Cadet Osborne

Raymond Roe

Raymond Roe

as Anthony Wigton Jr.

Charles Smith

Charles Smith

as Cadet Korner

Larry Nunn

Larry Nunn

as Cadet Babcock

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Trailers & Clips

The Major and the Minor Original Trailer (Billy Wilder, 1942)

External Links

Keywords

military officerromcomdeceptiontrainmarriage engagementmilitary academyadult as a child

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Major and the Minor?

The Major and the Minor is a Comedy, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1942-09-16.

Who are the main actors in The Major and the Minor?

The main cast includes Ginger Rogers, Ray Milland, Rita Johnson, Robert Benchley, Diana Lynn, .

Where can I watch The Major and the Minor online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Major and the Minor is available.

Is The Major and the Minor based on a true story?

Is she a kid - or is she kidding?

What is the IMDb rating of The Major and the Minor?

The Major and the Minor has an IMDb rating of 7.033/10 based on 138 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Major and the Minor?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $2,500,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Major and the Minor?

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

Where was The Major and the Minor filmed?

The Major and the Minor was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Major and the Minor?

The total runtime of The Major and the Minor is 100 minutes.

Is The Major and the Minor suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Major and the Minor?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Major and the Minor.

Does The Major and the Minor have a post-credit scene?

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

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