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The Return Of Peter Grimm (1935): Cast

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The Return Of Peter Grimm is a 1935 comedy drama directed by George Nichols Jr., starring Lionel Barrymore as Peter Grimm, Donald Meek and Ethel Griffies. It runs 1 hour 23 minutes.

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The Return Of Peter Grimm (1935) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 23m (83 min)
Genres
Drama , Comedy , Romance , Fantasy
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Return Of Peter Grimm About?

The premise of The Return Of Peter Grimm without spoilers.

The most animated presence in the home is the lingering spirit of Peter Grimm, the recently departed head of the family. Determined to protect his loved ones, the ghost intervenes in their lives, especially seeking to halt a marriage he foresees ending in disaster, while offering guidance and occasional mischief.

The Return Of Peter Grimm Themes & Keywords

· 48 tags
  • deception
  • family relationships
  • spirit
  • promise
  • bequest
  • nephew
  • ghost
  • mayor
  • heart disease
  • dying boy
  • dream
  • circus parade
+36 more
  • midnight snack
  • adopted daughter
  • town doctor
  • family loyalty
  • foster child
  • sudden death
  • telegram
  • last will and testament
  • train
  • skepticism
  • secretary
  • seance
  • romantic rivalry
  • orphan
  • new york
  • minister
  • marriage proposal
  • lawyer
  • illness
  • housekeeper
  • horticulture
  • guardian
  • funeral
  • fever
  • engagement
  • elephant
  • dog
  • doctor
  • death
  • confession
  • clown
  • circus
  • bible
  • afterlife
  • based on play
  • character name in title
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Cast & crew

The Return Of Peter Grimm Cast & Characters

Lionel Barrymore leads the cast as Peter Grimm, with Donald Meek as Mayor Everett Bartholomew and Ethel Griffies as Mrs. Martha Bartholomew. Directed by George Nichols Jr.; 12 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from George Nichols Jr.

More films directed by George Nichols Jr.: The Marines Fly High, High School, Man of Conquest and Army Girl.

Full filmography

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The Return Of Peter Grimm FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Return Of Peter Grimm, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Return Of Peter Grimm?

The Return Of Peter Grimm runs 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).

When was The Return Of Peter Grimm released?

The Return Of Peter Grimm was released on September 13, 1935.

Who directed The Return Of Peter Grimm?

The Return Of Peter Grimm was directed by George Nichols Jr.

More films by George Nichols Jr.

Who is in the cast of The Return Of Peter Grimm?

The Return Of Peter Grimm stars Lionel Barrymore as Peter Grimm, Donald Meek as Mayor Everett Bartholomew and Ethel Griffies as Mrs. Martha Bartholomew, among 12 credited actors.

Does The Return Of Peter Grimm have a post-credit scene?

No. The Return Of Peter Grimm has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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