Cold River
Synopsis
Based on the novel Winterkill, by William Judson, Cold River is the story of an Adirondack guide who takes his young daughter and step-son on a long camping trip in the fall of 1932. When winter strikes unexpectedly early (a natural phenomenon known as a 'winterkill' - so named because the animals are totally unprepared for a sudden, early winter, and many freeze or starve to death), a disastrous turn of events leaves the two children to find their own way home without food, or protection from the elements.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 1, 1982
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fred G. Sullivan
- Screenplay & Story
- Fred G. Sullivan, William Judson
- Original Score
- Michael Gibson
- Original Title
- Cold River
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fred G. Sullivan
Fred G. Sullivan, William Judson
Michael Gibson
Bil Godsey
John Carter
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Gibson
Original Music Composer
Fred G. Sullivan
Writer
Fred G. Sullivan
Director
John Carter
Editor
Bil Godsey
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cold River
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What is Cold River about?
Based on the novel Winterkill, by William Judson, Cold River is the story of an Adirondack guide who takes his young daughter and step-son on a long camping trip in the fall of 1932. When winter strikes unexpectedly early (a natural phenomenon known as a 'winterkill' - so named because the animals are totally unprepared for a sudden, early winter, and many freeze or starve to death), a disastrous turn of events leaves the two children to find their own way home without food, or protection from the elements.
Who directed Cold River?
Cold River was directed by Fred G. Sullivan.
Who stars in Cold River?
The principal cast of Cold River includes Richard Jaeckel, Brad Sullivan, Suzanne Weber, Pat Petersen, Robert Earl Jones.
When was Cold River released and how long is it?
Cold River was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Cold River?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Cold River was composed by Michael Gibson.
Is Cold River based on a book or true story?
Cold River is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "William Judson".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Cold River?
Cold River holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).