Davy (1958)
Gênero : Comédia, Drama, Música
Runtime : 1H 23M
Director : Michael Relph
Escritor : William Rose
Sinopse
The Mad Morgans are a family song and dance act touring the British Music Halls. Young Davy is the star of the act but should he stay with his family or strike out on his own ? The last comedy to be produced at Ealing Studios.
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