The Children's Hour movie poster

The Children's Hour

"Can an ugly rumor destroy what's beautiful?"

December 19, 1961 1h 48m 7.7/10 (388 votes)

Originally released in 1961. The Children's Hour is a drama film. directed by William Wyler.

Starring Shirley MacLaine, Audrey Hepburn, and James Garner

Synopsis

An unruly student at a private all-girls boarding school scandalously accuses the two women who run it of having a romantic relationship.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 19, 1961 64 years ago
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Runtime 1h 48m 108 minutes total
User Rating 7.7/10 Great (388 votes)
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Budget $3.6M Production budget
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Box Office $3M 0.8x return
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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
Budget
$3,600,000
Revenue
$3,000,000

Production Companies

  • The Mirisch Company
  • United Artists

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Children's Hour about?

An unruly student at a private all-girls boarding school scandalously accuses the two women who run it of having a romantic relationship.

Who directed The Children's Hour?

The Children's Hour was directed by William Wyler.

How long is The Children's Hour?

The Children's Hour has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).

When was The Children's Hour released?

The Children's Hour was released on December 19, 1961 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Children's Hour?

The main cast of The Children's Hour includes Shirley MacLaine, Audrey Hepburn, James Garner, Miriam Hopkins, Fay Bainter.

Is The Children's Hour worth watching?

The Children's Hour has a user rating of 7.7/10 based on 388 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.