

Bright Eyes
1934, English. Directed by David Butler.
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An orphaned girl is taken in by a snobbish family at the insistence of their rich, crotchety uncle, even as her devoted aviator godfather fights for custody.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Bright Eyes is streaming on Philo in India.
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Cast & crew
- David ButlerDirector
- Shirley TempleShirley Blake
- James DunnLoop Merritt
- Jane DarwellMrs. Higgins
- Judith AllenAdele Martin
- Lois WilsonMary Blake
- Charles SellonUncle Ned Smith
- Walter JohnsonThomas
- Jane WithersJoy Smythe
- Theodore von EltzJ. Wellington Smythe
- Dorothy ChristyAnita Smythe
- Brandon HurstHiggins
- George IrvingJudge Thompson
Details
- Released
- 28 December 1934
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- David Butler, William M. Conselman, Edwin J. Burke
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Bright Eyes: quick answers
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How long is Bright Eyes?
Bright Eyes runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does Bright Eyes have a post-credits scene?
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Bright Eyes parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Bright Eyes is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Bright Eyes on?
Bright Eyes is streaming on Philo in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Bright Eyes?
If you liked Bright Eyes, try Preacher's Kid, Sarafina!, Clika.
Who directed Bright Eyes?
Bright Eyes (1934) was directed by David Butler and stars Shirley Temple, James Dunn, Jane Darwell.