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A Tree Grows in Brooklyn (1945)

In Brooklyn circa 1900, the Nolans manage to enjoy life on pennies despite great poverty and Papa's alcoholism. We come to know these people well through big and little troubles: Aunt Sissy's scandalous succession of "husbands"; the removal of the one tree visible from their tenement; and young Francie's desire to transfer to a better school...if irresponsible Papa can get his act together.

  • Drama

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Dorothy McGuireDorothy McGuireKatie Nolan
  • Photo of Joan BlondellJoan BlondellAunt Sissy
  • Photo of James DunnJames DunnJohnny Nolan
  • Photo of Lloyd NolanLloyd NolanOfficer McShane
  • Photo of James GleasonJames GleasonMcGarrity
  • Photo of Ted DonaldsonTed DonaldsonNeeley Nolan
  • Photo of Peggy Ann GarnerPeggy Ann GarnerFrancie Nolan
  • Photo of Ruth NelsonRuth NelsonMiss McDonough
  • Photo of John AlexanderJohn AlexanderSteve Edwards
  • Photo of B.S. PullyB.S. PullyChristmas Tree Vendor

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