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The Search

The Search

In postwar Germany, a displaced Czech boy, separated from his family during wartime, is befriended by an American GI while the boy's mother desperately searches for him.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Search
  • Genres: Drama, War
  • Release Date: 1948-03-26
  • Runtime: 104 minutes
  • Rating: 6.904/10 (73 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Praesens-Film, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.5926
  • Languages: English, French, Hebrew, Polish, Czech, German, Hungarian

Cast & Crew

Montgomery Clift

Montgomery Clift

as Ralph Stevenson

Ivan Jandl

Ivan Jandl

as Karel Malik aka 'Jim'/'Jimmy'

Aline MacMahon

Aline MacMahon

as Mrs. Murray

Wendell Corey

Wendell Corey

as Jerry Fisher

Jarmila Novotná

Jarmila Novotná

as Hannah Malik

Mary Patton

Mary Patton

as Mrs. Fisher

Ewart G. Morrison

Ewart G. Morrison

as Mr. Crookes

Leopold Borkowski

Leopold Borkowski

as Joel Markowsky

Claude Gambier

Claude Gambier

as Raoul Dubois

William Rogers

William Rogers

as Tom Fisher

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Search (1948) Official Trailer - Montgomery Clift, Wendell Corey Post-WWII Movie HD

"The Treasure of the Sierra Madre" and "The Search" winning Writing Oscars®

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Search?

The Search is a Drama, War movie directed by . It was released on 1948-03-26.

Who are the main actors in The Search?

The main cast includes Montgomery Clift, Ivan Jandl, Aline MacMahon, Wendell Corey, Jarmila Novotná, .

Where can I watch The Search online?

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

Is The Search based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Search?

The Search has an IMDb rating of 6.904/10 based on 73 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Search?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for The Search?

The soundtrack was composed by Praesens-Film, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Search filmed?

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

How long is The Search?

The total runtime of The Search is 104 minutes.

Is The Search suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Search?

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

Does The Search have a post-credit scene?

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

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