Rent Where the Red Fern Grows (1974)
3.5 of 5 from 47 ratings
1h 33min
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- Synopsis:
"Where the Red Fern Grows" is, quite simply, a wonderful story for all ages and for all time. A boys yearning for two Redbone Hound dogs, which his parents couldn't afford during the desolate times of the Depression in the Ozarks, is the setting for this truly triumphant film. Billy's grandfather (James Whitmore, in a splendid performance) promises the lad that God will meet him halfway if he believes in himself and his beloved dogs. Billy (Stewart Petersen) faces adventure, suspense, tragedy and ultimately, a love and loyalty of family and friendship to realize his dream. The outcome makes for the kind of heartwarming story that great family films are all about. Filmed in beautiful settings thatfeature the splendor of Oklahoma, and punctuated by unusually fine performances, this classic film is one which your family is sure to enjoy for years to come. - Actors:
- James Whitmore, Beverly Garland, Jack Ging, Lonny Chapman, Stewart Petersen, Jill Clark, Jeanna Wilson, Bill Thurman, Bill Dunbar, Rex Corley, John Lindsey, Garland McKinney, Robert S. Telford, Charles Seat, Roger Pancake, Marshall Edwards, Lisa Givens, Janet Halliburton
- Directors:
- Norman Tokar
- Producers:
- Lyman Dayton
- Writers:
- Wilson Rawls, Douglas C. Stewart, Eleanor Lamb
- Studio:
- Dazzler
- Genres:
- Action & Adventure, Children & Family, Classics, Drama
