Skippy (1931) was nominated for Outstanding Production (Best Picture) at the 4th Academy Award.
We review the Best Picture nominated movie Skippy as part of our bucket list goal to watch every Academy Award Best Picture nominee and winner from 1927-2028.
Synopsis: The young, lively and feisty son of a wealthy doctor makes friends with a kid from the poor part of the town, a friendship that would teach him about comradery and responsibility.
| Release date | 25 April, 1931 |
| Directed by | Norman Taurog |
| Cast | Jackie Cooper as Skippy Skinner Robert Coogan as Sooky Wayne Mitzi Green as Eloise Jackie Searl as Sidney Willard Robertson as Dr. Herbert Skinner Enid Bennett as Mrs. Ellen Skinner |
| Production company | Paramount Pictures |
Skippy’s Nominations at the 4th Academy Awards
| Category | Recipient | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Outstanding Production (Best Picture) | RKO Radio (William LeBaron, Producer) | Nominated |
| Best Director | Norman Taurog | Won |
| Best Actor | Jackie Cooper | Nominated |
| Best Writing, Adaptation | Joseph L. Mankiewicz Sam Mintz | Nominated |
Our Review of Skippy
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