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The Bad Seed

The Bad Seed

For little Rhoda, murder is child's play.

Air Force Colonel Kenneth Penmark and his wife, Christine, adore their daughter Rhoda, despite her secret tendency for selfishness. Christine keeps her knowledge of her daughter's darker side to herself, but when a schoolmate of Rhoda's dies mysteriously, her self-deception unravels.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Bad Seed
  • Genres: Thriller, Drama, Horror
  • Release Date: 1956-09-12
  • Runtime: 129 minutes
  • Rating: 7.114/10 (251 votes)
  • Budget: $1,000,000
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.121
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Nancy Kelly

Nancy Kelly

as Christine Penmark

Patty McCormack

Patty McCormack

as Rhoda Penmark

Henry Jones

Henry Jones

as Leroy Jessup

Eileen Heckart

Eileen Heckart

as Hortense Daigle

Evelyn Varden

Evelyn Varden

as Monica Breedlove

William Hopper

William Hopper

as Col. Kenneth Penmark

Paul Fix

Paul Fix

as Richard Bravo

Jesse White

Jesse White

as Emory Wages

Gage Clarke

Gage Clarke

as Reginald "Reggie" Tasker

Joan Croydon

Joan Croydon

as Claudia Fern

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Bad Seed (1956) Official Trailer - Nancy Kelly, Patty McCormack Movie HD

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Bad Seed?

The Bad Seed is a Thriller, Drama, Horror movie directed by . It was released on 1956-09-12.

Who are the main actors in The Bad Seed?

The main cast includes Nancy Kelly, Patty McCormack, Henry Jones, Eileen Heckart, Evelyn Varden, .

Where can I watch The Bad Seed online?

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

Is The Bad Seed based on a true story?

For little Rhoda, murder is child's play.

What is the IMDb rating of The Bad Seed?

The Bad Seed has an IMDb rating of 7.114/10 based on 251 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Bad Seed?

The movie had a production budget of $1,000,000 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Bad Seed?

The soundtrack was composed by Warner Bros. Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Bad Seed filmed?

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

How long is The Bad Seed?

The total runtime of The Bad Seed is 129 minutes.

Is The Bad Seed suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Bad Seed?

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

Does The Bad Seed have a post-credit scene?

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

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