Seventeen (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film
Released in 1940, Seventeen is a comedy and drama film directed by Louis King, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. A high-school student in a small town becomes smitten with the sophisticated new girl who's just arrived from Chicago. Based on Booth Tarkington's story.
Who’s in it. Seventeen stars Jackie Cooper as William Sylvanus Baxter, Betty Field as Lola Pratt, Otto Kruger as Sylvanus Baxter, Sr. and Ann Shoemaker as Mary Baxter, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Seventeen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Seventeen tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Seventeen (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Seventeen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Seventeen?
- Seventeen stars Jackie Cooper, Betty Field, Otto Kruger, Ann Shoemaker and Norma Gene Nelson.
- When was Seventeen released?
- Seventeen was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.