These Wilder Years
“TOGETHER and TERRIFIC! ...in a story of unforgettable warmth and impact!”
Synopsis
A man tries to find a son he gave up for adoption years ago.
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These Wilder Years (Original Theatrical Trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-08-28
Top Cast
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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
Herb Vigran
Traffic Cop
Luana Lee
Stenographer (uncredited)
Michael Landon
Boy in Poolhall (uncredited)
Edna Holland
Nurse (uncredited)
Bess Flowers
Lounge Patron (uncredited)
Lovyss Bradley
Department Store Customer (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 17, 1956
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roy Rowland
- Screenplay & Story
- Ralph Wheelwright, Frank Fenton
- Original Score
- Jeff Alexander
- Original Title
- These Wilder Years
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roy Rowland
Ralph Wheelwright, Frank Fenton
Jeff Alexander
George J. Folsey
Jules Schermer
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Fenton
Writer
Roy Rowland
Director
Jules Schermer
Producer
Jeff Alexander
Original Music Composer
George J. Folsey
Director of Photography
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 These Wilder Years
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What is These Wilder Years about?
A man tries to find a son he gave up for adoption years ago.
Who directed These Wilder Years?
These Wilder Years was directed by Roy Rowland.
Who stars in These Wilder Years?
The principal cast of These Wilder Years includes James Cagney, Barbara Stanwyck, Walter Pidgeon, Betty Lou Keim, Don Dubbins.
When was These Wilder Years released and how long is it?
These Wilder Years was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for These Wilder Years?
The original motion picture soundtrack for These Wilder Years was composed by Jeff Alexander.
What is the age rating and content advisory for These Wilder Years?
These Wilder Years holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).