

Wild in the Country
1961, English. Directed by Philip Dunne.
It's all about young people and their growing pains!
A troubled young man discovers that he has a knack for writing when a counselor encourages him to pursue a literary career.
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Wild in the Country isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Philip DunneDirector
- Elvis PresleyGlenn Tyler
- Hope LangeIrene Sperry
- Tuesday WeldNoreen Braxton
- Millie PerkinsBetty Lee Parsons
- Rafer JohnsonDavis
- John IrelandPhil Macy
- Gary LockwoodCliff Macy
- William MimsUncle Rolfe Braxton
- Raymond GreenleafDr. Underwood
- Christina CrawfordMonica George
- Robin RaymondFlossie
- Charles ArntMr. Parsons (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 15 June 1961
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Clifford Odets
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Wild in the Country: quick answers
Is Wild in the Country worth watching?
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How long is Wild in the Country?
Wild in the Country runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Does Wild in the Country have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Wild in the Country. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Wild in the Country parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Wild in the Country is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Wild in the Country on?
Wild in the Country isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Wild in the Country?
If you liked Wild in the Country, try Fathers and Daughters, The Girl in the Book, No Way Out.
Who directed Wild in the Country?
Wild in the Country (1961) was directed by Philip Dunne and stars Elvis Presley, Hope Lange, Tuesday Weld.