Movie Description Based on the classic novel by John Steinbeck, this ensemble dramedy tells the affectionate story of a group of misfits whose loyalties are tested by monetary and romantic rivalries. Spencer Tracy plays Pilon, the head of a motley crew in search of their next free meal. When buddy Danny (John Garfield) comes into an inheritance, Pilon is tempted to steal his money while Danny desires to marry Sweets Ramirez (Hedy Lamarr), whom Pilon is sweet upon himself. Both Pilon and Danny must make sacrifices to preserve their friendship and vagabond way of life.
| Credits | | Producer: | Sam Zimbalist | | Cast: | Akim Tamiroff, John Garfield, Spencer Tracy |
Notes The stage version of this 1935 John Steinbeck novella appeared on Broadway in 1937 but was a commercial failure. That same year, Paramount executives considered shooting TORTILLA FLAT as a musical but scrapped the idea.
TORTILLA FLAT is one of five films that Spencer Tracy and Victor Fleming made together. The other four are A GUY NAMED JOE, CAPTAINS COURAGEOUS, TEST PILOT, and DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE.
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