Challenge to Lassie
1949, English. Directed by Richard Thorpe.
Wanted by the Law
When Lassie's master dies, an old friend tries to convince a judge that the dog's life should be spared.
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Cast & crew
- Richard ThorpeDirector
- Edmund GwennJohn Traill
- Donald Crisp'Jock' Gray
- Geraldine BrooksSusan Brown
- Reginald OwenSergeant Davie
- Alan WebbJames Brown
- Ross FordWilliam Traill
- Henry StephensonSir Charles Loring
- Alan NapierLord Provost
- Sara AllgoodMrs. MacFarland
- Edmund BreonMagistrate
- Arthur ShieldsDr. Lee
- Lumsden HareMacFarland
Details
- Released
- 31 October 1949
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- William Ludwig
- Budget
- $775K
- Box office
- $1.2M
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Challenge to Lassie: quick answers
What should I watch before Challenge to Lassie?
Watch Son of Lassie (1945), Courage of Lassie (1946), Hills of Home (1948), and The Sun Comes Up (1949) first, plus 1 earlier title listed on this page.
What comes after Challenge to Lassie?
Next in the series: The Painted Hills (1951).
Is Challenge to Lassie worth watching?
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How long is Challenge to Lassie?
Challenge to Lassie runs 76 minutes (1h 16m).
Does Challenge to Lassie have a post-credits scene?
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Challenge to Lassie parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Challenge to Lassie is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Challenge to Lassie on?
Challenge to Lassie isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Challenge to Lassie?
If you liked Challenge to Lassie, try Lassie Come Home, Where the Red Fern Grows, Big Red.
Who directed Challenge to Lassie?
Challenge to Lassie (1949) was directed by Richard Thorpe and stars Edmund Gwenn, Donald Crisp, Geraldine Brooks.