Hero for a Day
1939, English. Directed by Harold Young.
When a night watchman is mistaken for a wealthy college alumnus, his family and friends help him go along with the pretense.
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Harold YoungDirector
- Anita LouiseSylvia Higgins
- Dick ForanBrainy Thornton
- Charley GrapewinUncle Frank "Lucky" Higgins
- Emma DunnEmmy "Moms" Higgins
- David HoltBilly Higgins
- Berton ChurchillE.A. Dow
- Samuel S. Hinds"Dutch" Bronson
- Richard LaneAbbott
- Jerry MarloweFitz
- Frances RobinsonJean
- Dorothy ArnoldDorothy
- John GallaudetKelly
Details
- Released
- 6 October 1939
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Matt Taylor, Harold Buchman
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How long is Hero for a Day?
Hero for a Day runs 66 minutes (1h 6m).
Does Hero for a Day have a post-credits scene?
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Hero for a Day parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Hero for a Day is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Hero for a Day on?
Hero for a Day isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 6 October 1939. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Hero for a Day?
If you liked Hero for a Day, try Fast Girls, Hungry Hearts, All Together Now.
Who directed Hero for a Day?
Hero for a Day (1939) was directed by Harold Young and stars Anita Louise, Dick Foran, Charley Grapewin.