Son of the Navy (1940)

Description: A runaway boy pretends to be the son of a Navy man, only to turn both their lives upside down.
Director: William Nigh
Producer: william nigh
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User Reviews: Mixed to Positive (base on 138 reviews)
Published Date: 2026-04-01 20:42:10
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Actors


Jean Parker
James Dunn
Martin Spellman
Selmer Jackson
William Royle

User Reviews

lewis allen
Inconsistent tone that made it hard to follow.
r john hugh
I found it difficult to stay invested.
fred c newmeyer
Sharp editing that kept everything flowing smoothly.
joseph green
Great chemistry between the leads.
alfred e green
Poorly executed with weak performances.
vernon stallings
A clichéd plot that offered nothing new.
alfred zeisler
Excellent performances all around.
gilbert cates
Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.
michael r lawrence
The world-building felt shallow and unconvincing.
jean negulesco
The soundtrack was forgettable and didn't add to the mood.
Jeff McCartney
Well-paced and consistently entertaining.
malcolm st clair
An absolute masterpiece. Brilliant performances and direction.
koji shima
A satisfying ending that ties everything together.
eddie nicart
Solid direction and a clear creative vision.
george cukor
Dialogue felt forced and unnatural.
ewing scott
Amazing movie! A must-watch for everyone.
wallace worsley
The dialogue felt natural and well-written.
rupert julian
A satisfying ending that ties everything together.
norman z mcleod
A refreshing take on familiar themes.
jack arnold
Excellent performances all around.

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