The Judge Steps Out (1947): Cast & Plot
The Judge Steps Out is a 1947 comedy drama directed by Boris Ingster, starring Alexander Knox as Judge Thomas Bailey, Russell Hicks and Edward Keane. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 31m (91 min)
- Director
- Boris Ingster
- Original language
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English - Studio
- RKO Radio Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Judge Steps Out About?
The premise of The Judge Steps Out without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
He Handed Down a Decision IN FAVOR OF HIMSELF! A judge flees the pressures of professional and family life for a job as a short-order cook.
The Judge Steps Out Themes & Keywords
· 2 tags- judge
- husband wife relationship
The Judge Steps Out Cast & Characters
Alexander Knox leads the cast as Judge Thomas Bailey, with Russell Hicks as Superior Court Judge (uncredited) and Edward Keane as Judge (uncredited). Directed by Boris Ingster; 78 actors are credited in all.
- Director Boris Ingster
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Alexander Knox as Judge Thomas Bailey - Russell Hicks as Superior Court Judge (uncredited)
- Edward Keane as Judge (uncredited)
- Harry Hayden as Judge Davis
Also Starring in The Judge Steps Out
· 74 more- Frieda Inescort Evelyn Bailey
- Gail Davis Young Mother with Baby Carriage (uncredited)
- Ann Sothern Peggy
- Sharyn Moffett Nan
- William B. Davidson Colonel Bright (uncredited)
- Ian Wolfe Hector Brown
- Ellen Corby Mother at Party (uncredited)
- Florence Bates Chita
- Larry Steers Wedding Guest (uncredited)
- Harold Miller Wedding Guest (uncredited)
- George Chandler Train Station Agent (uncredited)
- Franklyn Farnum Wedding Guest (uncredited)
- Stuart Holmes Diner on Train (uncredited)
- Mary Gordon Annie (Scrub Woman) (uncredited)
- Donald Kerr Photographer with Reporter (uncredited)
- Jeffrey Sayre Wedding Guest (uncredited)
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- James Conaty Lawyer (uncredited)
- John Hamilton Diner on Train (uncredited)
- Paul Harvey John Struthers II (uncredited)
- Tom Kennedy Jack (Court Receptionist) (uncredited)
- Carl M. Leviness Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
- Wilbur Mack Wedding Guest (uncredited)
- Harry Harvey Mr. Parker (uncredited)
- Jason Robards Sr. Police Officer Maloney (uncredited)
- Paul Bryar Dining Truck Driver (uncredited)
- Jack Gargan Attorney (uncredited)
- Tom Coleman Restaurant Waiter (uncredited)
- Jay Eaton Wedding Guest (uncredited)
- Mary Forbes Margaret (uncredited)
- H.B. Warner Chief Justice Hayes
- Douglas Wood Cabot Royce Winthrop (uncredited)
- Robert Clarke Reporter (uncredited)
- Milton Parsons Superior Court Judge (uncredited)
- George Tobias Mike
- Broderick O'Farrell Dining Car Steward (uncredited)
- Tom Fadden Sheriff (uncredited)
- Martha Hyer Catherine Bailey Struthers III
- Sidney Miller Newsboy (uncredited)
- Billy Gray Boy at Birthday Party (uncredited)
- Mickey Simpson Dining Truck Driver (uncredited)
- Tom Keene Mrs. Winthrop's Attorney (uncredited)
- Lillian Bronson Harriett (uncredited)
- Robert Bray Truck Driver (uncredited)
- Paul Everton Superior Court Judge (uncredited)
- Anita Sharp-Bolster Martha
- Ruth Lee Welfare Worker (uncredited)
- George Meader Man on Train (uncredited)
- George M. Carleton Evelyn's Attorney (uncredited)
- Boyd Davis Court Clerk (uncredited)
- Myrna Dell Mrs. Joan Winthrop
- Charles Flynn "Swede" Swenson (uncredited)
- Jack Lee Jack (State Trooper) (uncredited)
- Charles Miller Superior Court Judge (uncredited)
- Fred Nurney Headwaiter (uncredited)
- Boyd Cabeen Sailor (uncredited)
- Babe London Mother at Party (uncredited)
- Phil Dunham Man (uncredited)
- James Warren John Struthers III
- Earle S. Dewey Judge (uncredited)
- Ben Erway Holmby (uncredited)
- Carl Faulkner Deputy (uncredited)
- Mary Newton Emily (uncredited)
- Ivan Browning Dining Car Steward (uncredited)
- Peggy Miller Girl at Birthday Party (uncredited)
- Norman Mayes Red Cap Porter (uncredited)
- Joan Wells Shirley (uncredited)
- Elena Warren Charwoman (uncredited)
- Elmer Jerome Superior Court Judge (uncredited)
- Gregory Moffett Boy at Birthday Party (uncredited)
- Whitford Kane Dr. Charles P. Boyd
- Grahame Covert Elevator Operator (uncredited)
- Leza Lidow Maid (uncredited)
- Carol Leeds Girl at Birthday Party (uncredited)
- Ray Toone Reporter (uncredited)
The Judge Steps Out Plot Summary
What happens in The Judge Steps Out from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Judge Thomas Bailey [Alexander Knox] is tired of his probate duties in Boston, drifting through life and a marriage that has grown tense with his wife, Evelyn Bailey [Frieda Inescort]. In a routine custody case, he denies a mother’s plea in favor of the child’s more conservative grandfather, exposing a man who clings to stability over risk. At home, Evelyn resents his lack of ambition and pushes for a grander path, hoping to pull him into a Washington lobbyist position for a powerful company. Tom agrees to travel to Washington to see what the opportunity might offer, hoping this could bring some purpose back into his days.
Full summary
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Which actor portrays Judge Thomas Bailey in the film?
Cars in The Judge Steps Out
9 cars on screen, including the 1939 Dodge Luxury Liner De Luxe and the 1930 Ford Model A.
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1939 Dodge Luxury Liner De Luxe Minor role -
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1941 International Harvester K-Series Minor role -
1946 Plymouth De Luxe Minor role
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The Judge Steps Out FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Judge Steps Out, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Judge Steps Out?
The Judge Steps Out runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).
When was The Judge Steps Out released?
The Judge Steps Out was released on December 15, 1947.
Who directed The Judge Steps Out?
The Judge Steps Out was directed by Boris Ingster.
More films by Boris Ingster Who is in the cast of The Judge Steps Out?
The Judge Steps Out stars Alexander Knox as Judge Thomas Bailey, Russell Hicks as Superior Court Judge (uncredited) and Edward Keane as Judge (uncredited), among 78 credited actors.
Does The Judge Steps Out have a post-credit scene?
No. The Judge Steps Out has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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