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Captains Courageous

Harvey Cheyne is a spoiled brat used to having his own way. When a prank goes wrong onboard an ocean liner Harvey ends up overboard and nearly drowns. Fortunately he's picked up by a fishing boat just heading out for the season. He tries to bribe the crew into returning early to collect a reward but none of them believe him. Stranded on the boat he must adapt to the ways of the fishermen and learn more about the real world.

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Spencer Tracy
Manuel
Freddie Bartholomew
Harvey
Lionel Barrymore
Disko

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Awards

  • 1938 - Oscar - Best Picture - nominated
  • 1938 - Oscar - Best Actor in a Leading Role - winner
  • 1938 - Oscar - Best Writing, Screenplay - nominated
  • 1938 - Oscar - Best Film Editing - nominated

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