These Wilder Years

NR
1h 31m
1956
6.3 /10 (13)

TOGETHER and TERRIFIC! ...in a story of unforgettable warmth and impact!

Overview

A man tries to find a son he gave up for adoption years ago.

Country : United States of America
Genre : Drama
Languages : English
Released Date: 1956-08-17

Top Billed Cast

James Cagney

Steve Bradford

Barbara Stanwyck

Ann Dempster

Walter Pidgeon

James Rayburn

Betty Lou Keim

Suzie

Don Dubbins

Mark

Edward Andrews

Mr. Spottsford

Basil Ruysdael

Judge

Grandon Rhodes

Roy Oliphant

Will Wright

Old Cab Driver

Lewis Martin

Dr. Miller

Dorothy Adams

Aunt Martha

Dean Jones

Hardware Clerk

Luana Lee

Stenographer

Michael Landon

Boy in Poolhall

Edna Holland

Nurse

Bess Flowers

Lounge Patron

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