A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
1945, English. Directed by Elia Kazan.
Each heart-warming character comes alive on the screen!
In Brooklyn circa 1900, the Nolans manage to enjoy life on pennies despite great poverty and Papa's alcoholism. We come to know these people well through big and little troubles: Aunt Sissy's scandalous succession of "husbands"; the removal of the one tree visible from their tenement; and young Francie's desire to transfer to a better school...if irresponsible Papa can get his act together.
- Runtime
- 2h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Elia KazanDirector
- Dorothy McGuireKatie Nolan
- Joan BlondellAunt Sissy
- James DunnJohnny Nolan
- Lloyd NolanOfficer McShane
- James GleasonMcGarrity
- Ted DonaldsonNeeley Nolan
- Peggy Ann GarnerFrancie Nolan
- Ruth NelsonMiss McDonough
- John AlexanderSteve Edwards
- B.S. PullyChristmas Tree Vendor
- Ferike BorosGrandmother (uncredited)
- Virginia BrissacMiss Tilford (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 28 February 1945
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Tess Slesinger, Frank Davis
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What A Tree Grows in Brooklyn is based on
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn is based on A Tree Grows In Brooklyn, a 1943 novel by Betty Smith, published by Harper.
Novel · 1943
A Tree Grows In Brooklyn
By Betty Smith
Published by Harper
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A Tree Grows in Brooklyn: quick answers
Is A Tree Grows in Brooklyn worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 112 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Tree Grows in Brooklyn?
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn runs 128 minutes (2h 8m).
Does A Tree Grows in Brooklyn have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Tree Grows in Brooklyn. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is A Tree Grows in Brooklyn on?
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 28 February 1945. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Tree Grows in Brooklyn?
If you liked A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, try Rachel Getting Married, The Glass Castle, East of Eden.
Who directed A Tree Grows in Brooklyn?
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn (1945) was directed by Elia Kazan and stars Dorothy McGuire, Joan Blondell, James Dunn.
What is A Tree Grows in Brooklyn based on?
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn is based on A Tree Grows In Brooklyn, a 1943 novel by Betty Smith, published by Harper.