The Boy with Green Hair (1948)
The Boy with Green Hair is a 1948 drama movie directed by Joseph Losey, with a running time of 1h 22m. It stars Pat O'Brien, Robert Ryan and Barbara Hale.
Peter, an orphaned boy, is adopted by Gramp Frye after his parents are killed in Europe while doing war relief work. The boy feels safe with his new caretaker, but when he is taunted for being an orphan, he gets demoralized. The next day Peter wakes up with green hair. Embarrassed and further ridiculed, Peter seeks solace in a nearby forest. To his surprise, he finds other orphans in the woods, who encourage him to spread news of the injustices of war.
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What is The Boy with Green Hair about?
Peter, an orphaned boy, is adopted by Gramp Frye after his parents are killed in Europe while doing war relief work. The boy feels safe with his new caretaker, but when he is taunted for being an orphan, he gets demoralized. The next day Peter wakes up with green hair. Embarrassed and further ridiculed, Peter seeks solace in a nearby forest. To his surprise, he finds other orphans in the woods, who encourage him to spread news of the injustices of war.
When was The Boy with Green Hair released?
The Boy with Green Hair was released on 26 November 1948.
How long is The Boy with Green Hair?
The Boy with Green Hair runs 1h 22m.
Who made The Boy with Green Hair?
The Boy with Green Hair was directed by Joseph Losey.
Where can I watch The Boy with Green Hair?
The Boy with Green Hair is available on Artiflix, Darkroom, FlixHouse, Tubi TV, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Where to watch The Boy with Green Hair
Stream: Artiflix
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Cast
- Pat O'Brien as Gramp Fry
- Robert Ryan as Dr. Evans
- Barbara Hale as Miss Brand
- Dean Stockwell as Peter
- Richard Lyon as Michael
- Walter Catlett as The King
- Samuel S. Hinds as Dr. R.T. Knudson
- Regis Toomey as Mr. Davis
- Charles Meredith as Mr. Piper
- David Clarke as Barber
- Billy Sheffield as Red
- Johnny Calkins as Danny