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The Light in the Forest

The Light in the Forest

He was torn between his parents ... and the tribe that raised him.

A young white man who spent his whole life raised by a Native American tribe is sent to live with his true family and must learn to fit in with the people he was taught to hate.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Light in the Forest
  • Genres: Adventure, Drama, Romance, Western
  • Release Date: 1958-07-08
  • Runtime: 89 minutes
  • Rating: 6.8/10 (17 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Walt Disney Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.9086
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Fess Parker

Fess Parker

as Del Hardy

Wendell Corey

Wendell Corey

as Wilse Owens

Joanne Dru

Joanne Dru

as Milly Elder

James MacArthur

James MacArthur

as Johnny Butler / True Son

Jessica Tandy

Jessica Tandy

as Myra Butler

John McIntire

John McIntire

as John Elder

Joseph Calleia

Joseph Calleia

as Chief Cuyloga

Carol Lynley

Carol Lynley

as Shenandoe

Rafael Campos

Rafael Campos

as Half Arrow

Frank Ferguson

Frank Ferguson

as Harry Butler

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Keywords

based on novel or booknative americanohiocolonisation18th centuryearly america

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Light in the Forest?

The Light in the Forest is a Adventure, Drama, Romance, Western movie directed by . It was released on 1958-07-08.

Who are the main actors in The Light in the Forest?

The main cast includes Fess Parker, Wendell Corey, Joanne Dru, James MacArthur, Jessica Tandy, .

Where can I watch The Light in the Forest online?

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

Is The Light in the Forest based on a true story?

He was torn between his parents ... and the tribe that raised him.

What is the IMDb rating of The Light in the Forest?

The Light in the Forest has an IMDb rating of 6.8/10 based on 17 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Light in the Forest?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for The Light in the Forest?

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

Where was The Light in the Forest filmed?

The Light in the Forest was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Light in the Forest?

The total runtime of The Light in the Forest is 89 minutes.

Is The Light in the Forest suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Light in the Forest?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Light in the Forest.

Does The Light in the Forest have a post-credit scene?

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