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A Boy Called Nuthin’ (1967)

Movie ★ 6.5 86 min

A boy doesn’t find the life he expects out West when he leaves Chicago to find his uncle. The West has changed–it is no longer “cowboys and Indians.” He finds his uncle living in a shack, and in trying to be accepted and help out, the boy gets himself into all sorts of trouble, causing his uncle to refer to him as “good for nuthin’,” a nickname that sticks. Eventually the two see that they need each other.

James Leighton Writer Lowell S. Hawley Writer Norman Tokar Director

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Quick facts

Released
December 10, 1967
Runtime
86 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0061422
Country
United States
Language
English
Studio
Walt Disney Productions

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Frequently asked questions

What is A Boy Called Nuthin’ about?
A boy doesn’t find the life he expects out West when he leaves Chicago to find his uncle. The West has changed–it is no longer “cowboys and Indians.” He finds his uncle living in a shack, and in trying to be accepted and help out, the boy gets himself into all sorts of trouble, causing his uncle to refer to him as “good for nuthin’,” a nickname that sticks. Eventually the two see that they need each other.
Who directed A Boy Called Nuthin’?
A Boy Called Nuthin’ was directed by Norman Tokar.
Who stars in A Boy Called Nuthin’?
A Boy Called Nuthin’ stars Ron Howard, Forrest Tucker, John Carroll, Mickey Shaughnessy.
When was A Boy Called Nuthin’ released?
A Boy Called Nuthin’ is a 1967 film.
Where can I watch A Boy Called Nuthin’?
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