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Local Boy Makes Good

193168 min6.8RomanceComedyMusic
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Overview

"Napoleon of nonsense, Gulliver of glee, hijacker of the blues, king of komics, he-man of hilarity, foremost funster of them all."

Local Boy Makes Good is a Romance film released in 1931. The movie stars Joe E. Brown and follows a story about John is a timid student who works at the University Book Store.. Fans of Romance movies will enjoy its gripping and identity.

John is a timid student who works at the University Book Store. He is studying to be a botanist and has a secret crush on the lovely Julia. One day, one of his letters gets accidentally mailed and Julia receives it. When the letter says that he is a fraternity man and a big track star, Julia rushes right over to see him. But John is neither and Spike, Julia's boyfriend, is a track star at a nearby College. John does not want to enter the track meet so Julia tries to use psychology on him. That and a good wrestling hold makes John timidly agree to enter the race, but Spike still scares him.

Plot Summary

The plot of Local Boy Makes Good revolves around John is a timid student who works at the University Book Store.. Directed with a gripping style, the film explores themes of identity and has attracted audiences looking to watch movies online.

Director

Mervyn LeRoy

Writers

Robert Lord, Ray Enright, Raymond Griffith, J.C. Nugent, Elliott Nugent

Cast and Crew

The cast of Local Boy Makes Good is led by Joe E. Brown. Other key roles help bring the Romance story to life. You can watch Local Boy Makes Good online and explore the full cast and crew on Fluxcap Stream.

Genres

As a Romance movie, Local Boy Makes Good fits right in for fans of the genre. Browse more Romance films on Fluxcap Stream to find similar titles to watch online.

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Production

First National Pictures

Why People Love This Movie

Why do people love Local Boy Makes Good? The combination of gripping storytelling, strong performances from Joe E. Brown, and its identity themes has made it a favorite for viewers who watch movies online.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Local Boy Makes Good released?
Local Boy Makes Good was released in 1931.
Who stars in Local Boy Makes Good?
Local Boy Makes Good stars Joe E. Brown and features a strong supporting cast. See the full cast list on this page.
What genre is Local Boy Makes Good?
Local Boy Makes Good is a Romance film. You can browse more Romance movies on Fluxcap Stream.
Where can I watch Local Boy Makes Good online?
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