The New York production of "Hughie" by Eugene O'Neill opened at the Royale Theater in New York on December 22, 1964 and ran for 51 performances. This filmed production of "Hughie" included both Jason Robards and Jack Dodson from the original Broadway cast. Jason Robards was nominated for the 1965 Tony Award (New York City) for Actor in a Drama for "Hughie" as "Erie" Smith and recreated the role in this filmed production.