Queen for a Day

Top 10 Billed Cast

Jack Bailey
Jack Bailey

Host - Self

Jim Morgan
Jim Morgan

Self

Fort Pearson
Fort Pearson

Announcer - Self

Melanie York
Melanie York

First Contestant

Cynthia Corley
Cynthia Corley

Second Contestant

Kay Wiley
Kay Wiley

Third Contestant

Helen Mowery
Helen Mowery

Jan

Diane Fauntelle
Diane Fauntelle

Helena

Phyllis Avery
Phyllis Avery

Marjorie

Darren McGavin
Darren McGavin

Dan

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  • Overview

    Adapted from the TV and radio series of the same name, the producer of said show reads letters from three woman providing the framing story for this melodrama anthology film. The tales focus on parenting and family struggles.

  • Release Date

    1951-07-07

  • Average

    6

  • Rating:

    3.0 starts
  • Tagline

    A Thrilling New HIGH in Motion Picture Magic!

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  • Languages:

    English
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