Once Upon a Time (1944)

  • NR
  • 06/29/1944 (US)
  • Fantasy, Comedy
  • 1h 29m

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Overview

Broadway producer Jerry Flynn is anxious to recapture the magic and reclaim the crowds after a set of costly flops. Outside his theater one night, Flynn meets a young boy who just might save the day. Inside a small box the boy shows Flynn his pride and joy: a caterpillar named Curly that dances to Yes Sir, That's My Baby. Word quickly spreads about the amazingly talented hoofer, and the caterpillar becomes a symbol of hope for wartime America. Soon, offers are pouring in to capitalize on this sensational insect.

Lewis Meltzer

Screenplay

Oscar Saul

Screenplay

Alexander Hall

Director

Norman Corwin

Story

Lucille Fletcher

Story

Cast

Cary Grant's headshot

Cary Grant

Jerry Flynn
Janet Blair's headshot

Janet Blair

Jeannie Thompson
James Gleason's headshot

James Gleason

Moke McGillicuddy
Ted Donaldson's headshot

Ted Donaldson

Arthur "Pinky" Thompson
William Demarest's headshot

William Demarest

Brandt
John Abbott's headshot

John Abbott

Reporter (uncredited)
Iris Adrian's headshot

Iris Adrian

Woman Exiting Theatre (uncredited)
Henry Armetta's headshot

Henry Armetta

Barber (uncredited)

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