McGarrity — A Tree Grows in Brooklyn Character Profile

About McGarrity

A sympathetic local bar owner who provides Francie and Neeley with after-school jobs following Johnny's death. His generosity helps the family cope with the sudden financial hardship and supports Francie's education.

Character Facts

Played by

James Gleason

Appears in

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn (1945)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (1)

• McGarrity — Professional Peer — Officer McShane (Lloyd Nolan)

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More characters from A Tree Grows in Brooklyn

• Katie Nolan (Dorothy McGuire)
• Aunt Sissy (Joan Blondell)
• Johnny Nolan (James Dunn)
• Neeley Nolan (Ted Donaldson)
• Officer McShane (Lloyd Nolan)
• Steve Edwards (John Alexander)
• Grandmother (uncredited) (Ferike Boros)
• Christmas Tree Vendor (B.S. Pully)
• Francie Nolan (Peggy Ann Garner)
• Miss McDonough (Ruth Nelson)
• Mr. Barker (uncredited) (Charles Halton)
• Tynmore Sister (uncredited) (Mae Marsh)