A Child Is Waiting
"Burt Lancaster & Judy Garland take an untouched theme - and make it touching and unforgettable!"
Originally released in 1963. A Child Is Waiting is a drama film. directed by John Cassavetes.
Starring Burt Lancaster, Judy Garland, and Gena Rowlands
Synopsis
Dr. Matthew Clark is the head of a state institution for intellectually disabled children. Jean Hansen, a former music teacher anxious to give her life some meaning, joins the staff of the hospital. Jean, who tries to shelter the children with her love, suspiciously regards Dr. Clark's stern training methods. She becomes emotionally involved with 12-year-old Reuben Widdicombe, who has been abandoned by his divorced parents.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 13, 1963
62 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (59 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Stanley Kramer Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Child Is Waiting about?
Dr. Matthew Clark is the head of a state institution for intellectually disabled children. Jean Hansen, a former music teacher anxious to give her life some meaning, joins the staff of the hospital...
Who directed A Child Is Waiting?
A Child Is Waiting was directed by John Cassavetes.
How long is A Child Is Waiting?
A Child Is Waiting has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was A Child Is Waiting released?
A Child Is Waiting was released on February 13, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Child Is Waiting?
The main cast of A Child Is Waiting includes Burt Lancaster, Judy Garland, Gena Rowlands, Steven Hill, Paul Stewart.