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The Biscuit Eater

The Biscuit Eater

Nothing warms the heart like the story of a boy and his dog. Lonnie (Johnny Whitaker) and Text (George Spell) are two friends determined, against all odds, to turn a misfit hound into a hero. Tennessee farmer and dog trainer Harve McNeil (Earl Holliman) tells his son Lonnie that his dog, Moreover, is a good-for-nothing "biscuit eater."

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Biscuit Eater
  • Genres: Drama, Family
  • Release Date: 1972-03-22
  • Runtime: 92 minutes
  • Rating: 6.156/10 (16 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Walt Disney Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.4055
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Earl Holliman

Earl Holliman

as Harve McNeil

Johnny Whitaker

Johnny Whitaker

as Lonnie McNeil

Pat Crowley

Pat Crowley

as Mary Lee McNeil

Lew Ayres

Lew Ayres

as Mr. Ames

Godfrey Cambridge

Godfrey Cambridge

as Willie Dorsey

Beah Richards

Beah Richards

as Charity Tomlin

Clifton James

Clifton James

as Mr. Eben

George Spell

George Spell

as Text Tomlin

Gallery

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Biscuit Eater?

The Biscuit Eater is a Drama, Family movie directed by . It was released on 1972-03-22.

Who are the main actors in The Biscuit Eater?

The main cast includes Earl Holliman, Johnny Whitaker, Pat Crowley, Lew Ayres, Godfrey Cambridge, .

Where can I watch The Biscuit Eater online?

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

Is The Biscuit Eater based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of The Biscuit Eater?

The Biscuit Eater has an IMDb rating of 6.156/10 based on 16 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Biscuit Eater?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for The Biscuit Eater?

The soundtrack was composed by Walt Disney Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Biscuit Eater filmed?

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

How long is The Biscuit Eater?

The total runtime of The Biscuit Eater is 92 minutes.

Is The Biscuit Eater suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Biscuit Eater?

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

Does The Biscuit Eater have a post-credit scene?

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