Blackboard Jungle
“They turned a school into a jungle!”
Synopsis
Richard Dadier is a teacher at North Manual High School, an inner-city school where many of the pupils frequently engage in anti-social behavior. Dadier makes various attempts to engage the students' interest in education, challenging both the school staff and the pupils. He is subjected to violence as well as duplicitous schemes.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2013-07-28
Top Cast
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Glenn Ford
Richard Dadier
Anne Francis
Ann Dadier
Louis Calhern
Jim Murdock
Margaret Hayes
Lois Judby Hammond
John Hoyt
Mr. Warneke
Richard Kiley
Joshua Y. Edwards
Emile Meyer
Mr. Halloran
Warner Anderson
Dr. Bradley
Basil Ruysdael
Prof. A.R. Kraal
Sidney Poitier
Gregory W. Miller
Vic Morrow
Artie West
Dan Terranova
Belazi
Rafael Campos
Pete V. Morales
Paul Mazursky
Emmanuel Stoker
Horace McMahon
Detective
Jamie Farr
Santini
Danny Dennis
De Lica
David Alpert
Lou Savoldi (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
New York City, New York
Festival / Special Debut
March 25, 1955
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 14, 2005
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Brooks
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Brooks
- Original Score
- Charles Wolcott
- Original Title
- Blackboard Jungle
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Brooks
Richard Brooks, Evan Hunter
Charles Wolcott
Russell Harlan
Ferris Webster
Pandro S. Berman
Department Leadership Roster
Pandro S. Berman
Producer
Russell Harlan
Director of Photography
Ferris Webster
Editor
Richard Brooks
Director
Charles Wolcott
Original Music Composer
Richard Brooks
Screenplay
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 Blackboard Jungle
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What is Blackboard Jungle about?
Richard Dadier is a teacher at North Manual High School, an inner-city school where many of the pupils frequently engage in anti-social behavior. Dadier makes various attempts to engage the students' interest in education, challenging both the school staff and the pupils. He is subjected to violence as well as duplicitous schemes.
Who directed Blackboard Jungle?
Blackboard Jungle was directed by Richard Brooks.
Who stars in Blackboard Jungle?
The principal cast of Blackboard Jungle includes Glenn Ford, Anne Francis, Louis Calhern, Margaret Hayes, John Hoyt.
When was Blackboard Jungle released and how long is it?
Blackboard Jungle was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Blackboard Jungle?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Blackboard Jungle was composed by Charles Wolcott.
Is Blackboard Jungle based on a book or true story?
Blackboard Jungle is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Evan Hunter".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Blackboard Jungle?
Blackboard Jungle holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).