Wild River
“The Wild Language... The Wild Hungers... The Wild Furies!”
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A young bureaucrat for the Tennessee Valley Authority goes to rural Tennessee to oversee the building of a dam. He encounters opposition from the local people, in particular a farmer who objects to his employment (with pay) of local black laborers. Much of the plot revolves around the eviction of a stubborn octogenarian from her home on an island in the river, and the young man's love affair with that woman's widowed granddaughter. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation.
Cast
Montgomery Clift
as Chuck Glover
Lee Remick
as Carol Garth Baldwin
Jo Van Fleet
as Ella Garth
Albert Salmi
as Hank Bailey
Jay C. Flippen
as Hamilton Garth
James Westerfield
as Cal Garth
Bruce Dern
as Jack Roper
Barbara Loden
as Betty Jackson
Frank Overton
as Walter Clark
Malcolm Atterbury
as Sy Moore
Robert Earl Jones
as Sam Johnson (uncredited)
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About Wild River
“The Wild Language... The Wild Hungers... The Wild Furies!”
A young bureaucrat for the Tennessee Valley Authority goes to rural Tennessee to oversee the building of a dam. He encounters opposition from the local people, in particular a farmer who objects to his employment (with pay) of local black laborers. Much of the plot revolves around the eviction of a stubborn octogenarian from her home on an island in the river, and the young man's love affair with that woman's widowed granddaughter. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation. Running 110 minutes.
Wild River Cast and Characters
The cast features Montgomery Clift (as Chuck Glover), Lee Remick (as Carol Garth Baldwin), Jo Van Fleet (as Ella Garth), Albert Salmi (as Hank Bailey), and Jay C. Flippen (as Hamilton Garth). Their performances are a major reason Wild River has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Wild River NowWhy People Are Watching Wild River
Wild River flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and chemistry between leads that actually feels real. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Wild River online for free?
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How long is Wild River?
Wild River runs for 110 minutes (about 1.8 hours).
Is Wild River good? What's the rating?
Wild River holds a 7.3/10 rating based on 101 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Wild River?
The main cast includes Montgomery Clift, Lee Remick, Jo Van Fleet, and Albert Salmi, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Wild River available in English?
Yes — Wild River was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Wild River released?
Wild River was released in 1960.
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What is Wild River about?
Wild River is a Drama/Romance English-language film. A young bureaucrat for the Tennessee Valley Authority goes to rural Tennessee to oversee the building of a dam. He encounters opposition from the local people, in particular a farmer who objects to his employment (with pay) of local black laborers. Much of the plot revolves around the eviction of a stubborn octogenarian from her home on an island in the river, and the young man's love affair with that woman's widowed granddaughter. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation.
When was Wild River released?
Wild River was released on May 26, 1960. It has a runtime of 1h 50m. The film was produced by 20th Century Fox.
Who stars in Wild River?
Wild River stars Montgomery Clift, Lee Remick, Jo Van Fleet and Albert Salmi. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Wild River available in HD?
Yes, Wild River is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.