Henry Aldrich, Editor
1942, English. Directed by Hugh Bennett.
Heading for Trouble Just as Sure as His Name is HENRY ALDRICH!
Appointed editor of his high school newspaper, hapless Henry becomes intrigued by a series of mysterious fires. A mild, timid little fellow named Nero Smith shows up to tip off Henry as to the time and place of the next conflagration. Henry prints the story-and is immediately accused of being the firebug himself!
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Hugh BennettDirector
- Jimmy LydonHenry Aldrich
- Charles SmithDizzy Stevens
- John LitelSam Aldrich
- Olive BlakeneyAlice Aldrich
- Rita QuigleyMartha Daley
- Vaughan GlaserMr. Bradley
- Charles HaltonElias Noonan
- Francis PierlotNero Smith
- Cliff ClarkFire Chief
- Fern EmmettMiss Bryant
- Maude EburneMrs. Norris
- William HalliganNorman Kenly
Details
- Released
- 1 September 1942
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Val Burton, Muriel Roy Bolton
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Henry Aldrich, Editor: quick answers
What should I watch before Henry Aldrich, Editor?
Watch What a Life (1939), Life with Henry (1941), Henry Aldrich for President (1941), and Henry and Dizzy (1942) first.
What comes after Henry Aldrich, Editor?
Next in the series: Henry Aldrich Gets Glamour (1943), Henry Aldrich Swings It (1943), and Henry Aldrich Haunts a House (1943).
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How long is Henry Aldrich, Editor?
Henry Aldrich, Editor runs 72 minutes (1h 12m).
Does Henry Aldrich, Editor have a post-credits scene?
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Henry Aldrich, Editor parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Henry Aldrich, Editor is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Henry Aldrich, Editor on?
Henry Aldrich, Editor isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Henry Aldrich, Editor?
If you liked Henry Aldrich, Editor, try No Time for Sergeants, Taking Care of Business, Playing with Fire.
Who directed Henry Aldrich, Editor?
Henry Aldrich, Editor (1942) was directed by Hugh Bennett and stars Jimmy Lydon, Charles Smith, John Litel.