Young Tom Edison (1940)
This is a story of triumph.. the triumph of an American boy, who had courage, imagination and faith.
1940-03-15
United States of America
86 Min.
PG-13
Overview
Inventor Thomas Edison's boyhood is chronicled and shows him as a lad whose early inventions and scientific experiments usually end up causing disastrous results. As a result, the towns folk all think Tom is crazy, and creating a strained relationship between Tom and his father. Tom's only solace is his understanding mother who believes he's headed to do great things.
Cast
Thomas Alva 'Tom' Edison
Samuel 'Sam' Edison
Mrs. Samuel 'Nancy' Edison
Tannie Edison
Mr. Nelson
Mr. Dingle
Joe 'Joey' Dingle
Dr. Pender
Bill Edison
Mr. Waddell
Miss Lavina Howard, School Teacher
Army Captain Brackett