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The Well

The Well

I have a wife and two kids ... a thing like this can ruin me !

In a racially mixed American town, a five-year-old black girl falls unnoticed into a hidden, forgotten well on her way to school. Having nothing better to go on, the police follow up a report that the child was seen with a white stranger, and rumors run wild. Before hapless, innocent Claude Packard is even found, popular hysteria has him tried and convicted. But is he guilty?

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Well
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1951-09-24
  • Runtime: 86 minutes
  • Rating: 7/10 (15 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Harry Popkin Productions, Cardinal Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.4125
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Gwendolyn Laster

Gwendolyn Laster

as Carolyn Crawford

Richard Rober

Richard Rober

as Ben Kellogg

Maidie Norman

Maidie Norman

as Martha Crawford

George "Spike" Hamilton

George "Spike" Hamilton

as Grandpa Peabody

Ernest Anderson

Ernest Anderson

as Ralph Crawford

Dick Simmons

Dick Simmons

as Mickey McClure

Lane Chandler

Lane Chandler

as Deputy Stan

Pat Mitchell

Pat Mitchell

as Peter

Margaret Wells

Margaret Wells

as Miss Peterson

Wheaton Chambers

Wheaton Chambers

as Mr. Woody

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Well?

The Well is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1951-09-24.

Who are the main actors in The Well?

The main cast includes Gwendolyn Laster, Richard Rober, Maidie Norman, George "Spike" Hamilton, Ernest Anderson, .

Where can I watch The Well online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Well is available.

Is The Well based on a true story?

I have a wife and two kids ... a thing like this can ruin me !

What is the IMDb rating of The Well?

The Well has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 15 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Well?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Well?

The soundtrack was composed by Harry Popkin Productions, Cardinal Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Well filmed?

The Well was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Well?

The total runtime of The Well is 86 minutes.

Is The Well suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Well?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Well.

Does The Well have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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