Driftwood
"Heart-Warming!"
Originally released in 1947. Driftwood is a drama/family film. directed by Allan Dwan. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ruth Warrick, Walter Brennan, and Dean Jagger
Synopsis
An orphan helps a doctor fight an epidemic in a small western town, in one of Allan Dwan’s closely observed studies in Americana.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 15, 1947
78 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ruth Warrick
as Susan Moore
Walter Brennan
as Murph
Dean Jagger
as Dr. Steve Webster
Charlotte Greenwood
as Mathilda
Natalie Wood
as Jenny Hollingsworth
Jerome Cowan
as Mayor Snyder
Margaret Hamilton
as Essie
Francis Ford
as Abner Green
H.B. Warner
as Rev. Hollingsworth
Howland Chamberlin
as Prosecuting attorney
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Republic Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Driftwood about?
An orphan helps a doctor fight an epidemic in a small western town, in one of Allan Dwan’s closely observed studies in Americana.
Who directed Driftwood?
Driftwood was directed by Allan Dwan.
How long is Driftwood?
Driftwood has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was Driftwood released?
Driftwood was released on September 15, 1947 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Driftwood?
The main cast of Driftwood includes Ruth Warrick, Walter Brennan, Dean Jagger, Charlotte Greenwood, Natalie Wood.