Huckleberry Finn (1974) — MGM Musical Adventure — DVD — Used
Join young Huckleberry Finn on a memorable journey down the Mississippi River in this lively musical adaptation of Mark Twain's beloved story. Eager to escape his abusive father and the restrictions of everyday life, Huck (Jeff East) sets off on a raft with Jim (Paul Winfield), an enslaved man seeking freedom. Along the way, the unlikely friends encounter danger, deception, friendship and the promise of a better future. Featuring songs and a colorful period setting, this family adventure brings Twain's classic characters to the screen.
Principal Cast & Crew
- Jeff East — Huckleberry Finn
- Paul Winfield — Jim
- Harvey Korman — The King
- David Wayne — The Duke
- Gary Merrill — Pap Finn
- Director: J. Lee Thompson
- Music and songs: Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman
- Based on characters created by Mark Twain
Hollywood Connections & Trivia
- The film is a musical adaptation of Mark Twain's Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.
- Its songs were written by Richard and Robert Sherman, the songwriting team associated with Disney's Mary Poppins.
- Jeff East later portrayed young Clark Kent in Superman (1978).
- Paul Winfield received an Academy Award nomination for his performance in Sounder (1972).
- Director J. Lee Thompson also directed The Guns of Navarone (1961).
DVD Edition Details
- Film: Huckleberry Finn (1974)
- Studio: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Format: DVD
- Genre: Adventure / Family / Musical
- UPC: 027616927415
- Condition: Used / Pre-owned
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