Our Very Own
“SAMUEL GOLDWYN'S unforgettable, compelling entertainment triumph!”
Synopsis
During a heated argument with her sister Joan, Gail discovers the shocking news that she is adopted. With the reluctant support of her adoptive parents and baby sister Penny, Gail goes in search of her biological mother and true identity.
Top Cast
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Ann Blyth
Gail Macaulay
Farley Granger
Chuck
Joan Evans
Joan Macaulay
Jane Wyatt
Lois Macaulay
Ann Dvorak
Gert Lynch
Donald Cook
Fred Macaulay
Natalie Wood
Penny Macaulay
Gus Schilling
Frank
Phyllis Kirk
Zaza
Jessica Grayson
Violet
Martin Milner
Bert
Kipp Hamilton
Gwendolyn
Ray Teal
Jim Lynch
Arthur Berkeley
Poker Player (uncredited)
John Butler
Poker Player (uncredited)
John Considine
Boy at Birthday Party (uncredited)
Joe Devlin
Card Player (uncredited)
Betty Jeanne Glennie
Student (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 27, 1950
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Miller
- Screenplay & Story
- F. Hugh Herbert
- Original Score
- Victor Young
- Original Title
- Our Very Own
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Samuel Goldwyn Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Miller
F. Hugh Herbert
Victor Young
Lee Garmes
Sherman Todd
Samuel Goldwyn
Department Leadership Roster
David Miller
Director
Mary Wills
Costume Design
Samuel Goldwyn
Producer
Sherman Todd
Editor
Lee Garmes
Director of Photography
F. Hugh Herbert
Writer
Victor Young
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Very Own
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Our Very Own about?
During a heated argument with her sister Joan, Gail discovers the shocking news that she is adopted. With the reluctant support of her adoptive parents and baby sister Penny, Gail goes in search of her biological mother and true identity.
Who directed Our Very Own?
Our Very Own was directed by David Miller.
Who stars in Our Very Own?
The principal cast of Our Very Own includes Ann Blyth, Farley Granger, Joan Evans, Jane Wyatt, Ann Dvorak.
When was Our Very Own released and how long is it?
Our Very Own was released in 1950 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Our Very Own?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Our Very Own was composed by Victor Young.