Banjo on My Knee
1936, English. Directed by John Cromwell.
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A young husband leaves his river shantyboat community in Pecan Point, Tennessee and travels to New Orleans in search of his runaway wife.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- John CromwellDirector
- Barbara StanwyckPearl Elliott Holley
- Joel McCreaErnie Holley
- Walter BrennanNewt Holley
- Buddy EbsenBuddy
- Helen WestleyGrandma
- Walter CatlettWarfield Scott
- Tony MartinChick Bean
- Katherine DeMilleLeota Long
- Victor KilianMr. Slade
- Minna GombellRuby
- Spencer ChartersJudge Tope
- Hilda VaughnGurtha
Details
- Released
- 11 December 1936
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Nunnally Johnson
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What Banjo on My Knee is based on
Banjo on My Knee is adapted from a song, poem or rhyme.
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How long is Banjo on My Knee?
Banjo on My Knee runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does Banjo on My Knee have a post-credits scene?
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Banjo on My Knee parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Banjo on My Knee is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Banjo on My Knee on?
Banjo on My Knee isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 11 December 1936. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Banjo on My Knee?
If you liked Banjo on My Knee, try Easy Virtue, What's Love Got to Do with It?, The Prince & Me 4: The Elephant Adventure.
Who directed Banjo on My Knee?
Banjo on My Knee (1936) was directed by John Cromwell and stars Barbara Stanwyck, Joel McCrea, Walter Brennan.
What is Banjo on My Knee based on?
Banjo on My Knee is adapted from a song, poem or rhyme.