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Johnny Nobody (1961)

Movie ★ 6.6 88 min

When the atheistic ranting of Irish-American author James Mulcahy upsets the inhabitants of the Irish village to which he has retired, a mob threatens him. But moments after he has dared God to strike him dead, a stranger appears and does so. The man, dubbed "Johnny Nobody" by the press, claims no knowledge of Mulcahy or even of himself. He asks the help of the village priest, Father Carey, in his upcoming trial for Mulcahy's murder. While the amnesiac Johnny goes to trial, Father Carey mulls questions of belief raised by the case. And then, the good father learns a little more about Johnny Nobody...

Patrick Kirwan Writer Nigel Patrick Director Albert Z. Carr Writer

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Quick facts

Released
October 1, 1961
Runtime
88 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0055030
Language
Studio
Viceroy Films

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Frequently asked questions

What is Johnny Nobody about?
When the atheistic ranting of Irish-American author James Mulcahy upsets the inhabitants of the Irish village to which he has retired, a mob threatens him. But moments after he has dared God to strike him dead, a stranger appears and does so. The man, dubbed "Johnny Nobody" by the press, claims no knowledge of Mulcahy or even of himself. He asks the help of the village priest, Father Carey, in his upcoming trial for Mulcahy's murder. While the amnesiac Johnny goes to trial, Father Carey mulls questions of belief raised by the case. And then, the good father learns a little more about Johnny Nobody...
Who directed Johnny Nobody?
Johnny Nobody was directed by Nigel Patrick.
Who stars in Johnny Nobody?
Johnny Nobody stars Nigel Patrick, Yvonne Mitchell, William Bendix, Aldo Ray.
When was Johnny Nobody released?
Johnny Nobody is a 1961 crime, mystery film.
Where can I watch Johnny Nobody?
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