A Tree Grows in Brooklyn

(1945)Directed by Elia Kazan128 min · PGDrama
Each heart-warming character comes alive on the screen!

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.

Dorothy McGuireas Katie Nolan
Joan Blondellas Aunt Sissy
James Dunnas Johnny Nolan
Lloyd Nolanas Officer McShane
James Gleasonas McGarrity
Ted Donaldsonas Neeley Nolan
Peggy Ann Garneras Francie Nolan
Ruth Nelsonas Miss McDonough
John Alexanderas Steve Edwards
B.S. Pullyas Christmas Tree Vendor
Ferike Borosas Grandmother (uncredited)
Virginia Brissacas Miss Tilford (uncredited)
Lillian Bronsonas Librarian (uncredited)
Adeline De Walt Reynoldsas Mrs. Waters (uncredited)
Charles Haltonas Mr. Barker (uncredited)
HHHarry Harvey Jr.as Herschel Knutson (uncredited)
J. Farrell MacDonaldas Mr. Carney The Junkman (uncredited)
Mae Marshas Tynmore Sister (uncredited)
Nicholas Rayas Bakery Clerk (uncredited)
Erskine Sanfordas Undertaker (uncredited)
Gloria Talbottas Teen-Age Girl in Classroom (uncredited)
Robert J. Andersonas Augie (uncredited)
Jessie Arnoldas Nurse (uncredited)
John Berkesas Mr. Creckenbox (uncredited)