A Dog's Best Friend
Originally released in 1959. A Dog's Best Friend is a drama/western film. directed by Edward L. Cahn. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Roger Mobley, Jimmy Baird, and Terry Ann Ross
Synopsis
A young orphan rejects his foster parents and instead turns to a German shepherd whose master was recently murdered. Stumbling on some evidence, the boy is rescued from the killer by his dog.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 20, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 10m
70 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Roger Mobley
as Pip Wheeler
Jimmy Baird
as Jimmy Thurman
Terry Ann Ross
as Amy Thurman
Bill Williams
as Wesley 'Wes' Thurman
Marcia Henderson
as Millie Thurman
Roy Engel
as Sheriff Dan Murdock
Charles Cooper
as Deputy Sheriff Bill Beamer
Harry Dean Stanton
as Roy Janney
George Eldredge
as Dr. Lannon (uncredited)
Herman Hack
as Minor Role (uncredited)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- United Artists
- Premium Pictures Inc.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Dog's Best Friend about?
A young orphan rejects his foster parents and instead turns to a German shepherd whose master was recently murdered. Stumbling on some evidence, the boy is rescued from the killer by his dog.
Who directed A Dog's Best Friend?
A Dog's Best Friend was directed by Edward L. Cahn.
How long is A Dog's Best Friend?
A Dog's Best Friend has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).
When was A Dog's Best Friend released?
A Dog's Best Friend was released on December 20, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Dog's Best Friend?
The main cast of A Dog's Best Friend includes Roger Mobley, Jimmy Baird, Terry Ann Ross, Bill Williams, Marcia Henderson.