In this children's movie a young inventor dreams of becoming an engineer. He has even created a new gadget, but before he can finish it, he needs more money so he and his pal begin washing windows. The inventor's pal wants to use the money to go home to Ireland so he can see his dying grandpa. His good-hearted partner gladly gives up his share. Later, he is praised for his genius.
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Cast
11 people
Douglas Barr
Peter Quentin
Known for
Hue and Cry
Billy Thatcher
John
Also in
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John Baxter
Mary Cathcart Borer
Brian Weske
Tim
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Geoffrey Orme
Barbara K. Emary
Angela Glynne
Margaret Quentin
George Carney
Mr. Quentin
Nell Ballantyne
Mrs. Quentin
Also in
The Shipbuilders
Laxdale Hall
Anthony Holles
Mr. Carpenter
Known for
A Canterbury Tale
John Baxter Director · Geoffrey Orme Writer Mary Cathcart Borer Writer
First release January 11, 1947
Languages
Original language
English
Release dates
United Kingdom · January 11, 1947
Theatrical
No release date listed for United States.
Denmark
October 9, 1954
Italy
January 1, 1948 · Venice Film Festival
Sweden
November 5, 1950
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