
American Spoken Here
1940, English. Directed by Basil Wrangell.
This MGM John Nesbitt's Passing Parade series short takes a look at the origins of North American slang.
- Runtime
- 0h 11m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Basil WrangellDirector
- John NesbittNarrator (voice)
- Barbara BedfordCorset Buyer (uncredited)
- Don BrodieFast Talker (uncredited)
- John ButlerMan on Subway (uncredited)
- Edgar DearingMike Fink (uncredited)
- Harry DeppCustomer (uncredited)
- George GuhlBartender (uncredited)
- John HarmonSoda Jerk (uncredited)
- Hank MannDrunk (uncredited)
- Steve PendletonYoung Marksman (uncredited)
- Ray TealBartender (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 30 November 1940
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Lopez
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How long is American Spoken Here?
American Spoken Here runs 11 minutes (0h 11m).
Does American Spoken Here have a post-credits scene?
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American Spoken Here is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is American Spoken Here on?
American Spoken Here isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 30 November 1940. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like American Spoken Here?
If you liked American Spoken Here, try Radium Girls, Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound, Paris Is Burning.
Who directed American Spoken Here?
American Spoken Here (1940) was directed by Basil Wrangell and stars John Nesbitt, Barbara Bedford, Don Brodie.