
The Boy from Dead Man's Bayou
1971, English. Directed by Gary Nelson.
Two young boys must retrieve a church bell from the depths of a murky lagoon in a Louisiana swamp. Complicating matters is the fact that the lagoon is home to a large and deadly alligator.
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 7 February 1971
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Louis Pelletier
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How long is The Boy from Dead Man's Bayou?
The Boy from Dead Man's Bayou runs 120 minutes (2h 0m).
Does The Boy from Dead Man's Bayou have a post-credits scene?
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The Boy from Dead Man's Bayou parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Boy from Dead Man's Bayou is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Boy from Dead Man's Bayou on?
The Boy from Dead Man's Bayou isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 7 February 1971. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Boy from Dead Man's Bayou?
If you liked The Boy from Dead Man's Bayou, try Little Lord Fauntleroy, An American Girl: Chrissa Stands Strong, Double Teamed!.
Who directed The Boy from Dead Man's Bayou?
The Boy from Dead Man's Bayou (1971) was directed by Gary Nelson and stars Mitch Vogel, John McIntire, Frank Silvera.