The Bells of St. Mary's (1945)

6.8/10 126 min Drama Comedy

Overview

Father O'Malley is sent to St. Mary's, a run-down parochial school on the verge of condemnation. He and Sister Benedict work together in an attempt to save the school, though their differing methods often lead to good-natured disagreements.

Cast

Bing Crosby

Father O'Malley

Ingrid Bergman

Sister Mary Benedict

Henry Travers

Horace P. Bogardus

William Gargan

Joe Gallagher

Ruth Donnelly

Sister Michael

Joan Carroll

Patsy Gallagher

Martha Sleeper

Mary Gallagher

Rhys Williams

Dr. McKay

Una O'Connor

Mrs. Breen

Matt McHugh

Sporting Goods Salesman (uncredited)

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