The Second Time Around
“She's tangling with he-men who want to stay free-men... And showing you what a gal's gotta do to get a guy to say”
Synopsis
In 1911, a widow with two children leaves New York City for territorial Arizona and becomes a ranch hand and later gets herself elected sheriff. A gambler and a rancher become rivals for her affections.
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The Second Time Around (1961) Official Trailer #1 - Classic Movie HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-01-26
Top Cast
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Debbie Reynolds
Lu Rogers
Steve Forrest
Dan Jones
Andy Griffith
Pat Collins
Juliet Prowse
Rena Mitchell
Thelma Ritter
Aggie Gates
Ken Scott
Sheriff Burns
Isobel Elsom
Mrs. Rogers
Rodolfo Acosta
Rodriguez
Timothy Carey
Bonner
Tom Greenway
Deputy Shack
Eleanor Audley
Mrs. Trask
Marie Blake
Vera Collins
Pilar Arcos
Cantina Cook (uncredited)
Tracy Stratford
Cissie Rogers (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 22, 1961
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vincent Sherman
- Screenplay & Story
- Clair Huffaker, Oscar Saul
- Original Score
- Gerald Fried
- Original Title
- The Second Time Around
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Cummings-Harman Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vincent Sherman
Clair Huffaker, Oscar Saul, Richard Emery Roberts
Gerald Fried
Ellis W. Carter
Betty Steinberg
Jack Cummings
Department Leadership Roster
Vincent Sherman
Director
Betty Steinberg
Editor
Ellis W. Carter
Director of Photography
Jack Cummings
Producer
Clair Huffaker
Screenplay
Oscar Saul
Screenplay
Donfeld
Costume Design
Gerald Fried
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Second Time Around
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Second Time Around about?
In 1911, a widow with two children leaves New York City for territorial Arizona and becomes a ranch hand and later gets herself elected sheriff. A gambler and a rancher become rivals for her affections.
Who directed The Second Time Around?
The Second Time Around was directed by Vincent Sherman.
Who stars in The Second Time Around?
The principal cast of The Second Time Around includes Debbie Reynolds, Steve Forrest, Andy Griffith, Juliet Prowse, Thelma Ritter.
When was The Second Time Around released and how long is it?
The Second Time Around was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for The Second Time Around?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Second Time Around was composed by Gerald Fried.
Is The Second Time Around based on a book or true story?
The Second Time Around is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Richard Emery Roberts".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Second Time Around?
The Second Time Around holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).