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Heroes for Sale
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Heroes for Sale

1933-06-17 · 72 min · ★ 7.1

Drama

World War I veteran Tom Holmes is marked by the unbearable suffering caused by his battle wounds. Over the years, he comes to experience both the pain of misfortune and a love for other human beings.

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Directors
William A. Wellman
Production companies
First National Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 290,000

Top Cast

Richard BarthelmessRichard BarthelmessTom Holmes
Aline MacMahonAline MacMahonMary Dennis
Loretta YoungLoretta YoungRuth Loring
Gordon WestcottGordon WestcottRoger Winston
Robert BarratRobert BarratMax Brinker
Berton ChurchillBerton ChurchillMr. Winston
Grant MitchellGrant MitchellGeorge Gibson
Charley GrapewinCharley GrapewinPa Dennis
Robert McWadeRobert McWadeDr. Briggs
G. Pat CollinsG. Pat CollinsLeader of Agitators
James MurrayJames MurrayBlind Soldier
Edwin MaxwellEdwin MaxwellLaundry Company President
Margaret SeddonMargaret SeddonJeanette Holmes
Arthur VintonArthur VintonCaptain Joyce
Robert ElliottRobert Elliott'Red' Squad Policeman #1
John MarstonJohn MarstonThe Judge (voice)
Ward BondWard BondRed (uncredited)
Ronnie CosbyRonnie CosbyYoung Bill Holmes (uncredited)
Douglass DumbrilleDouglass DumbrilleChief Engineer Jim (uncredited)
John 'Skins' MillerJohn 'Skins' MillerAngry Laundry Worker (uncredited)

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