Once Upon a Time (1944)

5.8/10 89 min Family Fantasy Comedy

Overview

Broadway producer Jerry Flynn is anxious to recapture the magic and reclaim the crowds after a set of costly flops. Outside his theater one night, Flynn meets a young boy who just might save the day. Inside a small box the boy shows Flynn his pride and joy: a caterpillar named Curly that dances to Yes Sir, That's My Baby. Word quickly spreads about the amazingly talented hoofer, and the caterpillar becomes a symbol of hope for wartime America. Soon, offers are pouring in to capitalize on this sensational insect.

Cast

Cary Grant

Jerry Flynn

Janet Blair

Jeannie Thompson

James Gleason

Moke McGillicuddy

Ted Donaldson

Arthur "Pinky" Thompson

William Demarest

Brandt

John Abbott

Reporter (uncredited)

Iris Adrian

Woman Exiting Theatre (uncredited)

Henry Armetta

Barber (uncredited)

Charles Arnt

Fred Stacy (uncredited)

Lloyd Bridges

Aviator Captain (uncredited)

Pedro de Cordoba

Professor Van Dorn (uncredited)

Walter Fenner

Walt Disney (uncredited)

James Flavin

Man in Subway (uncredited)

Byron Foulger

Theatregoer (uncredited)

Howard Freeman

McKenzie (uncredited)

Torben Meyer

Hotel Manager (uncredited)

Ida Moore

Old Lady on Subway (uncredited)

Jack Norton

Man In Barber Chair (uncredited)

Spec O'Donnell

Theatre Usher (uncredited)

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