
On Borrowed Time
The Great Broadway Stage Hit Reaches The Screen
Young Pud is orphaned and left in the care of his aged grandparents. The boy and his grandfather are inseparable. Gramps is concerned for Pud's future and wary of a scheming relative who seeks custody of the child. One day Mr. Brink, an agent of Death, arrives to take Gramps "to the land where the woodbine twineth." Through a bit of trickery, Gramps confines Mr. Brink, and thus Death, to the branches of a large apple tree, giving Gramps extra time to resolve issues about Pud's future.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: On Borrowed Time
- Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
- Release Date: 1939-07-07
- Runtime: 99 minutes
- Rating: 7.5/10 (24 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.6113
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Lionel Barrymore
as Julian Northrup aka Gramps

Cedric Hardwicke
as Mr. Brink

Beulah Bondi
as Nellie Northrup aka Granny

Una Merkel
as Marcia Giles

Bobs Watson
as Pud Northrup

Nat Pendleton
as Mr. Grimes

Henry Travers
as Dr. Evans

Grant Mitchell
as Mr. Pilbeam

Eily Malyon
as Demetria Riffle

James Burke
as Sheriff Burlingame
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On Borrowed Time (Original Theatrical Trailer)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is On Borrowed Time?▼
On Borrowed Time is a Comedy, Drama, Fantasy movie directed by . It was released on 1939-07-07.
Who are the main actors in On Borrowed Time?▼
The main cast includes Lionel Barrymore, Cedric Hardwicke, Beulah Bondi, Una Merkel, Bobs Watson, .
Where can I watch On Borrowed Time online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if On Borrowed Time is available.
Is On Borrowed Time based on a true story?▼
The Great Broadway Stage Hit Reaches The Screen
What is the IMDb rating of On Borrowed Time?▼
On Borrowed Time has an IMDb rating of 7.5/10 based on 24 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of On Borrowed Time?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for On Borrowed Time?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was On Borrowed Time filmed?▼
On Borrowed Time was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is On Borrowed Time?▼
The total runtime of On Borrowed Time is 99 minutes.
Is On Borrowed Time suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to On Borrowed Time?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to On Borrowed Time.
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