The Wayward Bus
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Originally released in 1957. The Wayward Bus is a drama film. directed by Victor Vicas. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Joan Collins, Jayne Mansfield, and Dan Dailey
Synopsis
Three strangers embark on a life-changing journey on a fateful bus ride. As the road presents challenges, each character faces his or her own shortcomings, not knowing where life will lead next.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 27, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (17 votes)
Budget
$1.5M
Production budget
Box Office
$1.8M
1.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Joan Collins
as Alice Chicoy
Jayne Mansfield
as Camille Oakes
Dan Dailey
as Ernest Horton
Rick Jason
as Johnny Chicoy
Betty Lou Keim
as Norma
Dolores Michaels
as Mildred Pritchard
Larry Keating
as Elliott Pritchard
Robert Bray
as Morse
Kathryn Givney
as Bernice Pritchard
Dee Pollock
as Ed "Pimples" Carson
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,465,000
- Revenue
- $1,750,000
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Wayward Bus about?
Three strangers embark on a life-changing journey on a fateful bus ride. As the road presents challenges, each character faces his or her own shortcomings, not knowing where life will lead next.
Who directed The Wayward Bus?
The Wayward Bus was directed by Victor Vicas.
How long is The Wayward Bus?
The Wayward Bus has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was The Wayward Bus released?
The Wayward Bus was released on May 27, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Wayward Bus?
The main cast of The Wayward Bus includes Joan Collins, Jayne Mansfield, Dan Dailey, Rick Jason, Betty Lou Keim.