Movie·1950·1h 24m
The Fireball
Rooney Runs Riot on the Roller Raceways!
Country
United States of America
Language
English
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The Story
Johnny Casar runs away from the orphanage to start a successful career as a roller skater and after setbacks learns to curb his ruthlessness and ambition.
Written By
Horace McCoy
Producer
Bert E. Friedlob
Cinematography
Lester White
Music
Victor Young
Editor
Frank Sullivan
Themes
Production House
Audience Score
11 votes
Where to watch
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// cast
Cast
Mickey Rooney
Johnny Casar
Pat O'Brien
Father O'Hara
Beverly Tyler
Mary Reeves
James Brown
Allen
Ralph Dumke
Bruno Crystal
Milburn Stone
Jeff Davis
Bert Begley
Shilling
Marilyn Monroe
Polly
Sam Flint
Dr. Barton
Glenn Corbett
Mack Miller
John Hedloe
Ullman
James Anderson
Strong Arm Man (uncredited)
Al Hill
Policeman (uncredited)
Lois James
Roller Derby Girl (uncredited)
Kenner G. Kemp
Roller Derby Spectator (uncredited)
Frank Mills
Roller Derby Spectator (uncredited)
// crew
Crew
Tay Garnett
Director, Writer
Horace McCoy
Writer
Bert E. Friedlob
Producer
Victor Young
Original Music Composer
Lester White
Director of Photography
Frank Sullivan
Editor
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