A Cry in the Wilderness
"A Family Fights for Survival in the Oregon Wilderness"
Originally released in 1974. A Cry in the Wilderness is a thriller/tv movie film. directed by Gordon Hessler. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring George Kennedy, Joanna Pettet, and Lee Montgomery
Synopsis
The father of a wilderness family gets bitten by a skunk, and fearing rabies, chains himself to a barn to protect his family should he go mad. He orders his son not to come near him no matter how persuasive or rational his appearance or argument. However, the creek dries up, indicating an upstream blockage and an imminent flood. Several trips upstream by the son have failed to locate the blockage and now Dad wants to be released...
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 26, 1974
51 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Television
- ABC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Cry in the Wilderness about?
The father of a wilderness family gets bitten by a skunk, and fearing rabies, chains himself to a barn to protect his family should he go mad. He orders his son not to come near him no matter how p...
Who directed A Cry in the Wilderness?
A Cry in the Wilderness was directed by Gordon Hessler.
How long is A Cry in the Wilderness?
A Cry in the Wilderness has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was A Cry in the Wilderness released?
A Cry in the Wilderness was released on March 26, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Cry in the Wilderness?
The main cast of A Cry in the Wilderness includes George Kennedy, Joanna Pettet, Lee Montgomery, Collin Wilcox Paxton, Roy Poole.