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Movie Info

Release Date: May 29, 1942
Runtime: 126 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (5)
Genres:
Drama Music
Budget: $0
Revenue: $0
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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91%
Tomatometer
89
89/100
Metacritic
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7.0/10
TMDB
227 votes
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7.6/10
IMDb
17,987 votes
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Yankee Doodle Dandy

1942

"Celebrate the spirit that inspires a nation."

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Drama Music 126 min 7.6/10

Awards & Recognition

1 Wins
2 Nominations
3 Total
Oscars
1 2 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner Result
1943 Oscars Best Actor James Cagney Winner
1943 Oscars Best Supporting Actor Walter Huston Nominated
1943 Oscars Best Director Michael Curtiz Nominated
Year Festival Category Winner
1943 Oscars Best Actor James Cagney
Year Festival Category Winner
1943 Oscars Best Supporting Actor Walter Huston
1943 Oscars Best Director Michael Curtiz

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 1/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 1/5
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Budget: $0
Revenue: $0
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Yankee Doodle Dandy is directed by Michael Curtiz .

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Keywords

#biography 196 #musical 122 #singer 24 #1900s 22 #dancer 11 #comeback 8 #vaudeville 3

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Yankee Doodle Dandy

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  • James Cagney performed all of his own musical numbers in the film, showcasing his extensive background in dance and music, which added authenticity to his portrayal of George M. Cohan.

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  • The production faced challenges in recreating the elaborate stage performances typical of Cohan's era, requiring innovative choreography and staging techniques to translate the live theater experience to film.

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  • Walter Huston, who played Cohan's father, was also a well-known performer in his own right, and his presence in the film added depth to the exploration of Cohan's family dynamics.

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  • During a musical sequence, a painting of George M. Cohan can be seen in the background, serving as a visual homage to the real-life figure who inspired the film.

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  • In one scene, Cagney's character is shown performing in front of an enthusiastic audience, which was achieved by filming in front of a live audience to capture genuine reactions, adding to the film's vibrancy.

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  • The film features a notable continuity error where a character's clothing changes between shots during a performance, which went unnoticed during the editing process.

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