

This Rebel Breed
“With Blazing Impact The Screen Looks Squarely Into The Face Of Today's Wild Teenage Emotions Caught In The Cross-Fire Of Love And Hate!”
Synopsis
To combat the problem of drug-dealing juvenile delinquents operating in racial gangs, two recent police academy graduates are sent to a local high school, posing as students. [Initially released in theaters in 1960 as "This Rebel Breed", it was re-released as "The Black Rebels" five years later, re-edited with the addition of a handful of dialogue-free scenes of youths making out in a bedroom, with partial female nudity.]
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Rita Moreno
Lola Montalvo
Mark Damon
Frank Serano
Gerald Mohr
Lt. Robert Brooks
Al Freeman Jr.
Satchel
Dyan Cannon
Wiggles
Lovyss Bradley
Librarian
Jay Novello
Papa Montalvo
Eugene Mazzola
Rudy Montalvo
Tom Gilson
Muscles
Richard Rust
Buck Madison
Don Eitner
Jimmy Wallace
Ken Miller
Winnie
Steven Perry
George
Hari Rhodes
Claude
Tol Avery
Dr. Drake
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 19, 1960
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard L. Bare, William Rowland
- Screenplay & Story
- Morris Lee Green
- Original Title
- This Rebel Breed
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- All Gods Chillun
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard L. Bare, William Rowland
Morris Lee Green, Irma Berk, William Rowland
Department Leadership Roster
Richard L. Bare
Director
William Rowland
Director
Morris Lee Green
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About This Rebel Breed
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is This Rebel Breed about?
To combat the problem of drug-dealing juvenile delinquents operating in racial gangs, two recent police academy graduates are sent to a local high school, posing as students. [Initially released in theaters in 1960 as "This Rebel Breed", it was re-released as "The Black Rebels" five years later, re-edited with the addition of a handful of dialogue-free scenes of youths making out in a bedroom, with partial female nudity.]
Who directed This Rebel Breed?
This Rebel Breed was directed by Richard L. Bare, William Rowland.
Who stars in This Rebel Breed?
The principal cast of This Rebel Breed includes Rita Moreno, Mark Damon, Gerald Mohr, Al Freeman Jr., Dyan Cannon.
When was This Rebel Breed released and how long is it?
This Rebel Breed was released in 1960 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.



















