The Light in the Forest movie poster

The Light in the Forest

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

July 8, 1958 1h 29m 6.8/10 (17 votes)

Originally released in 1958. The Light in the Forest is a adventure/drama film. directed by Herschel Daugherty. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Fess Parker, Wendell Corey, and Joanne Dru

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 8, 1958 67 years ago
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Runtime 1h 29m 89 minutes total
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User Rating 6.8/10 Good (17 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Walt Disney Productions

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Light in the Forest about?

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.

Who directed The Light in the Forest?

The Light in the Forest was directed by Herschel Daugherty.

How long is The Light in the Forest?

The Light in the Forest has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).

When was The Light in the Forest released?

The Light in the Forest was released on July 8, 1958 in theaters.

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

The main cast of The Light in the Forest includes Fess Parker, Wendell Corey, Joanne Dru, James MacArthur, Jessica Tandy.