Johnny Belinda
Synopsis
While attempting to set up a communal garden in a poverty stricken rural community, Bill Richmond becomes aware of a mute, disheveled girl named Belinda. Written off as mentally handicapped by the community, including her harsh father, Belinda intrigues Bill. He persists in making contact, discovering that Belinda is in fact deaf. Bill finds that he can communicate with Belinda using sign language, and teaches her to sign.
Top Cast
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Richard Thomas
William Richmond
Rosanna Arquette
Belinda McAdam
Dennis Quaid
Kyle Hager
Candy Clark
Julie Sayles
Roberts Blossom
John McAdam
Fran Ryan
Aunt Aggie McAdam
Mickey Jones
Lowell
Robert Dryer
Hes
Billy Drago
Cutter
Richard Lineback
Dan
Penelope Windust
Dr. Harris
Wayne Heffley
Tully
Marcello Krakoff
Leon Wright
Ed Bakey
Noni White
Santos Morales
Carmen Filpi
Julianna Fjeld
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anthony Page
- Screenplay & Story
- Elmer Harris, Irma von Cube, Allen Vincent, Sue Milburn
- Original Score
- John Rubinstein
- Original Title
- Johnny Belinda
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Lorimar Productions, Stonehenge Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anthony Page
Elmer Harris, Irma von Cube, Allen Vincent, Sue Milburn
John Rubinstein
Harry J. May
Department Leadership Roster
Anthony Page
Director
Harry J. May
Director of Photography
John Rubinstein
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Johnny Belinda
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Johnny Belinda about?
While attempting to set up a communal garden in a poverty stricken rural community, Bill Richmond becomes aware of a mute, disheveled girl named Belinda. Written off as mentally handicapped by the community, including her harsh father, Belinda intrigues Bill. He persists in making contact, discovering that Belinda is in fact deaf. Bill finds that he can communicate with Belinda using sign language, and teaches her to sign.
Who directed Johnny Belinda?
Johnny Belinda was directed by Anthony Page.
Who stars in Johnny Belinda?
The principal cast of Johnny Belinda includes Richard Thomas, Rosanna Arquette, Dennis Quaid, Candy Clark, Roberts Blossom.
When was Johnny Belinda released and how long is it?
Johnny Belinda was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Johnny Belinda?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Johnny Belinda was composed by John Rubinstein.