Peggy (1950)
A breezy 1950 romantic comedy featuring an early Rock Hudson appearance, set against the backdrop of Pasadena's famous Rose Bowl pageant.
Peggy - Movie Information
- Original Title: Peggy
- Release Year: 1950
- Directed by: Frederick de Cordova
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Comedy
- Age Rating (US): NR
- Runtime: 1h 16m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): July 1, 1950 (United States - NR)
- Alternative Titles: Peggy, la studentessa (IT)
- Production Companies: Universal International Pictures
- Production Countries: United States of America
Peggy - Plot
Professor Brookfield along with daughters Peggy and Susan move to small town Pasadena, California. Their new neighbor Mrs. Fielding helps them move in, and urges the girls to participate in the annual Rose Bowl beauty pageant. Meanwhile Mrs. Fielding's son Tom makes eyes at Peggy but she's smitten with a famous football star so she tries to redirect his interest to Susan.
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Peggy - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Frederick de Cordova
Main Cast
- Diana Lynn
- Charles Coburn
- Charlotte Greenwood
- Barbara Lawrence
- Charles Drake
- Rock Hudson
- Connie Gilchrist
- Griff Barnett
- James Todd
- Jerome Cowan
Writers
- George F. Slavin
- George W. George
Producers
- Ralph Dietrich
Peggy - FAQs
Is Peggy (1950) one of Rock Hudson's early films?
Yes, Peggy (1950) is among Rock Hudson's earliest screen appearances. He plays Johnny 'Scat' Mitchell, a famous football star, in a supporting role. At the time, Hudson was still an emerging talent at Universal International Pictures, and the film offers an early glimpse of the charisma that would make him a major star.
What is Peggy (1950) about?
Peggy follows Professor Brookfield and his two daughters, Peggy and Susan, as they relocate to Pasadena, California. Their neighbor Mrs. Fielding encourages the girls to enter the Rose Bowl beauty pageant. Romantic complications arise when her son Tom falls for Peggy, who is infatuated with a celebrated football star.
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Who directed Peggy (1950)?
Peggy (1950) was directed by Frederick de Cordova, a prolific Hollywood director known for his work in light comedies and musicals during the 1940s and 1950s. He later became widely recognized as the longtime producer of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.
Who are the main actors in Peggy (1950)?
The film stars Diana Lynn as Peggy Brookfield, Charles Coburn as her father Professor Brookfield, and Charlotte Greenwood as neighbor Mrs. Fielding. The supporting cast includes Barbara Lawrence, Charles Drake, and a young Rock Hudson as the football star Johnny 'Scat' Mitchell.
When was Peggy released?
Peggy was released on July 1, 1950, in the United States. The film was produced by Universal International Pictures and runs approximately 76 minutes. It was not rated under the modern classification system, and carries an NR (Not Rated) designation.
What is the age rating for Peggy (1950)?
Peggy (1950) is listed as NR (Not Rated), as it predates the modern MPA rating system. As a lighthearted romantic comedy from the early 1950s, the film contains no objectionable content and is generally considered suitable for all audiences, including families and younger viewers.
What are similar movies to Peggy (1950)?
If you enjoy Peggy (1950), you might also like other light romantic comedies such as Elf (2003), Down to You (2000), Playing It Cool (2014), A Rainy Day in New York (2019), and 10 (1979). These films share a similarly breezy, romance-driven tone with comedic situations and charming ensemble casts.
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