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Young Tom Edison

Young Tom Edison

This is a story of triumph.. the triumph of an American boy, who had courage, imagination and faith.

Inventor Thomas Edison's boyhood is chronicled and shows him as a lad whose early inventions and scientific experiments usually end up causing disastrous results. As a result, the towns folk all think Tom is crazy, and creating a strained relationship between Tom and his father. Tom's only solace is his understanding mother who believes he's headed to do great things.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Young Tom Edison
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1940-03-15
  • Runtime: 86 minutes
  • Rating: 5.778/10 (9 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.7236
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Mickey Rooney

Mickey Rooney

as Thomas Alva 'Tom' Edison

George Bancroft

George Bancroft

as Samuel 'Sam' Edison

Fay Bainter

Fay Bainter

as Mrs. Samuel 'Nancy' Edison

Virginia Weidler

Virginia Weidler

as Tannie Edison

Eugene Pallette

Eugene Pallette

as Mr. Nelson

Victor Kilian

Victor Kilian

as Mr. Dingle

Bobby Jordan

Bobby Jordan

as Joe 'Joey' Dingle

Lloyd Corrigan

Lloyd Corrigan

as Dr. Pender

John Kellogg

John Kellogg

as Bill Edison

Clem Bevans

Clem Bevans

as Mr. Waddell

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Trailers & Clips

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Keywords

inventorbiographyhistorical figure19th century

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Young Tom Edison?

Young Tom Edison is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1940-03-15.

Who are the main actors in Young Tom Edison?

The main cast includes Mickey Rooney, George Bancroft, Fay Bainter, Virginia Weidler, Eugene Pallette, .

Where can I watch Young Tom Edison online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Young Tom Edison is available.

Is Young Tom Edison based on a true story?

This is a story of triumph.. the triumph of an American boy, who had courage, imagination and faith.

What is the IMDb rating of Young Tom Edison?

Young Tom Edison has an IMDb rating of 5.778/10 based on 9 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Young Tom Edison?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for Young Tom Edison?

The soundtrack was composed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Young Tom Edison filmed?

Young Tom Edison was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Young Tom Edison?

The total runtime of Young Tom Edison is 86 minutes.

Is Young Tom Edison suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Young Tom Edison?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Young Tom Edison.

Does Young Tom Edison have a post-credit scene?

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