What is the duration of The Phantom of the Open Hearth?

The duration of The Phantom of the Open Hearth is 76 mins.

What is the original language of The Phantom of the Open Hearth?

The original language of The Phantom of the Open Hearth is English.

Who directed The Phantom of the Open Hearth?

The Phantom of the Open Hearth was directed by Fred Barzyk, David R. Loxton.

Which studio made The Phantom of the Open Hearth?

The Phantom of the Open Hearth was produced by .

The Phantom of the Open Hearth 1976

Q: Does The Phantom of the Open Hearth have end credit scenes?

The Phantom of the Open Hearth does not have end credit scenes.

Drama

Comedy

Family

Runtime

76 mins

Language

English

Written by Jean Shepherd, who also book‑ends the film with on‑screen appearances and voice‑over narration, this comedy‑drama follows high‑schooler Ralph as he experiences a series of teenage events. With the prom approaching, Ralph summons the courage to ask the popular Daphne Bigelow, who seemingly has never noticed him.

Studio

Fred Barzyk

Director

David R. Loxton

Director

Does The Phantom of the Open Hearth have end credit scenes?

No!

The Phantom of the Open Hearth does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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David Elliott

Ralph Parker As A Boy

Roberta Wallach

Wanda Hickey

James Broderick

Mr. Parker

Barbara Bolton

Mrs. Parker

William Lampley

Flick

Jean Shepherd

Narrator / Ralph Parker (as a man)

Michael Stein

Steelmill Worker

David S. Howard

Zudock (as David Howard)

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Chevrolet

1964

Divco

206

Dodge

1936

unknown

Mercury

1946

Eight

Oldsmobile

1941

Studebaker

1949

Commander

unknown

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