Going Home
“Harry Graham is going home after 15 years in prison. His son still wants to see him hang.”
Synopsis
After doing 13 years in prison for the murder of his wife, mechanic Harry Graham is out on parole and looking to rebuild his life in a small seaside community. He settles into a trailer park and finds both a job and a girlfriend. But things get difficult for Harry when his estranged son, Jimmy, shows up. He witnessed his mother's murder as a child and, after years spent in foster homes, has come looking for revenge.
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Going Home (Original Theatrical Trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-09-11
Top Cast
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Robert Mitchum
Harry K. Graham
Brenda Vaccaro
Jenny
Jan-Michael Vincent
Jimmy Graham
Jason Bernard
Jimmy (at age 6)
Sally Kirkland
Ann Graham
Joseph Attles
Bible Man
Lou Gilbert
Mr. Katz
Josh Mostel
Bonelli
David Wilson
Sailor #1
Glenn Walken
Sailor #2
Clay Watkins
Sailor #3
Bruce Kornbluth
Sailor #4
Tom Spratley
Guard
Barbara Brownell
Betsy
Carol Gustafson
Ella
Lou Criscuolo
Angry Man
Richard Goode
Pleasant Man
Vicki Sue Robinson
Hippie Girl
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 1, 1971
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Herbert B. Leonard
- Screenplay & Story
- Lawrence B. Marcus
- Original Score
- Bill Walker
- Original Title
- Going Home
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Herbert B. Leonard
Lawrence B. Marcus
Bill Walker
Fred Jackman Jr.
Sigmund Neufeld Jr.
Herbert B. Leonard
Department Leadership Roster
Herbert B. Leonard
Director
Lawrence B. Marcus
Writer
Bill Walker
Original Music Composer
Fred Jackman Jr.
Director of Photography
Sigmund Neufeld Jr.
Editor
Herbert B. Leonard
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Going Home
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What is Going Home about?
After doing 13 years in prison for the murder of his wife, mechanic Harry Graham is out on parole and looking to rebuild his life in a small seaside community. He settles into a trailer park and finds both a job and a girlfriend. But things get difficult for Harry when his estranged son, Jimmy, shows up. He witnessed his mother's murder as a child and, after years spent in foster homes, has come looking for revenge.
Who directed Going Home?
Going Home was directed by Herbert B. Leonard.
Who stars in Going Home?
The principal cast of Going Home includes Robert Mitchum, Brenda Vaccaro, Jan-Michael Vincent, Jason Bernard, Sally Kirkland.
When was Going Home released and how long is it?
Going Home was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Going Home?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Going Home was composed by Bill Walker.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Going Home?
Going Home holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).