The Well
"I have a wife and two kids ... a thing like this can ruin me !"
Originally released in 1951. The Well is a drama film. directed by Russell Rouse. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gwendolyn Laster, Richard Rober, and Maidie Norman
Synopsis
In a racially mixed American town, a five-year-old black girl falls unnoticed into a hidden, forgotten well on her way to school. Having nothing better to go on, the police follow up a report that the child was seen with a white stranger, and rumors run wild. Before hapless, innocent Claude Packard is even found, popular hysteria has him tried and convicted. But is he guilty?
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 24, 1951
74 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (16 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Gwendolyn Laster
as Carolyn Crawford
Richard Rober
as Ben Kellogg
Maidie Norman
as Martha Crawford
George "Spike" Hamilton
as Grandpa Peabody
Ernest Anderson
as Ralph Crawford
Dick Simmons
as Mickey McClure
Lane Chandler
as Deputy Stan
Pat Mitchell
as Peter
Margaret Wells
as Miss Peterson
Wheaton Chambers
as Mr. Woody
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Harry Popkin Productions
- Cardinal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Well about?
In a racially mixed American town, a five-year-old black girl falls unnoticed into a hidden, forgotten well on her way to school. Having nothing better to go on, the police follow up a report that ...
Who directed The Well?
The Well was directed by Russell Rouse.
How long is The Well?
The Well has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was The Well released?
The Well was released on September 24, 1951 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Well?
The main cast of The Well includes Gwendolyn Laster, Richard Rober, Maidie Norman, George "Spike" Hamilton, Ernest Anderson.