

This is a story of triumph.. the triumph of an American boy, who had courage, imagination and faith.
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.
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The film's tagline is: "This is a story of triumph.. the triumph of an American boy, who had courage, imagination and faith."
The runtime is 86 minutes (1h 26m).
The film was directed by Norman Taurog.
The screenplay was written by Hugo Butler and Dore Schary.
Cinematography was handled by Sidney Wagner.
The film features a large ensemble cast of over 54 credited actors.
This title is listed on IMDb as tt0033289.
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Young Tom Edison
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English
United States of America
