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10,000 Kids and a Cop (1948): Cast

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10,000 Kids and a Cop is a 1948 comedy documentary directed by Charles Barton, starring William Bendix as Cop, Lou Costello and James Stewart. It runs 18 minutes.

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10,000 Kids and a Cop (1948) movie poster
Released
Runtime
18 min
Director
Charles Barton
Genres
Documentary , Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is 10,000 Kids and a Cop About?

The premise of 10,000 Kids and a Cop without spoilers.

The film documents the Lou Costello Jr. Youth Foundation’s proactive program in Los Angeles aimed at preventing juvenile delinquency. Neighborhood police officer William Bendix visits, finding former troublemakers now participating in free, self‑directed sports and activities. Abbott and Costello add brief comic interludes for added levity.

10,000 Kids and a Cop Themes & Keywords

· 13 tags
  • abbott and costello
  • year 1948
  • 1940s
  • 20th century
  • male police officer
  • police
  • police officer
  • foundation
  • juvenile delinquency
  • reenactment
  • los angeles california
  • youth center
+1 more
  • public service announcement
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Cast & crew

10,000 Kids and a Cop Cast & Characters

William Bendix leads the cast as Cop, with Lou Costello and James Stewart as Narrator. Directed by Charles Barton; 5 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Charles Barton

More films directed by Charles Barton: Zorro, the Avenger, The Peter Tchaikovsky Story, Dance with Me, Henry and Ma and Pa Kettle at the Fair.

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10,000 Kids and a Cop FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of 10,000 Kids and a Cop, each answered in a sentence.

How long is 10,000 Kids and a Cop?

10,000 Kids and a Cop runs 18 minutes.

When was 10,000 Kids and a Cop released?

10,000 Kids and a Cop was released on October 1, 1948.

Who directed 10,000 Kids and a Cop?

10,000 Kids and a Cop was directed by Charles Barton.

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Who is in the cast of 10,000 Kids and a Cop?

10,000 Kids and a Cop stars William Bendix as Cop, Lou Costello and James Stewart as Narrator, among 5 credited actors.

Does 10,000 Kids and a Cop have a post-credit scene?

No. 10,000 Kids and a Cop has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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