
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: 7.118/10 (250 votes)
- Budget: $1,000,000
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.5042
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Nancy Kelly
as Christine Penmark

Patty McCormack
as Rhoda Penmark

Henry Jones
as Leroy Jessup

Eileen Heckart
as Hortense Daigle

Evelyn Varden
as Monica Breedlove

William Hopper
as Col. Kenneth Penmark

Paul Fix
as Richard Bravo

Jesse White
as Emory Wages

Gage Clarke
as Reginald "Reggie" Tasker

Joan Croydon
as Claudia Fern
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Trailers & Clips
The Bad Seed (1956) Official Trailer - Nancy Kelly, Patty McCormack Movie HD
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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 7.118/10 based on 250 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?▼
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