The Trial of Old Drum
Synopsis
Inspired by a true story set in Missouri, "The Trial of Old Drum" tells the story of a valiant golden retriever, Old Drum, an orphan dog that becomes a boy's best friend and is then forced to stand trial for killing a neighbor's sheep.
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The Trial of Old Drum (2000) - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-08-25
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Bobby Edner
Charlie Burden Jr. - young
Ron Perlman
Charles Burden Sr.
Randy Travis
Charlie Burden Jr. - old
Alexis O'Keefe
Ann
John Schuck
Uncle Lon
Dick Martin
Mayor Meyers
Troy Evans
Sherriff
David Graf
Judge Henry
Tom Dugan
Kathy Garver
Aunt Katey
Alia Shawkat
Dee
Aaron Fors
Donnie Long
Curt Youngberg
Wayne Snelling
Scott Bakula
George Graham Vest
Sean McNamara
Foreman
Brendan O'Brien
Brendan
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 9, 2000
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sean McNamara
- Screenplay & Story
- Ralph Gaby Wilson
- Original Title
- The Trial of Old Drum
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- PorchLight Entertainment, Brookwell-McNamara Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sean McNamara
Ralph Gaby Wilson
Department Leadership Roster
Sean McNamara
Director
Ralph Gaby Wilson
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
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What is The Trial of Old Drum about?
Inspired by a true story set in Missouri, "The Trial of Old Drum" tells the story of a valiant golden retriever, Old Drum, an orphan dog that becomes a boy's best friend and is then forced to stand trial for killing a neighbor's sheep.
Who directed The Trial of Old Drum?
The Trial of Old Drum was directed by Sean McNamara.
Who stars in The Trial of Old Drum?
The principal cast of The Trial of Old Drum includes Bobby Edner, Ron Perlman, Randy Travis, Alexis O'Keefe, John Schuck.
When was The Trial of Old Drum released and how long is it?
The Trial of Old Drum was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Trial of Old Drum?
The Trial of Old Drum holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.).