Challenge to Lassie
“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.
Where to watch Challenge to Lassie in United States
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Where is Challenge to Lassie streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video, FOD |
About Challenge to Lassie
Challenge to Lassie is a 1949 English-language action, family and adventure film directed by Richard Thorpe. The cast is led by Edmund Gwenn, Donald Crisp, Geraldine Brooks. It has a runtime of 1h 16m. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Challenge to Lassie was produced by Loew's Incorporated and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and made in United States of America. It was released on October 31, 1949, and carries a G certification. Made on a budget of about $1 million, it went on to gross $1 million worldwide.
- Director
- Richard Thorpe
- Writers
- William Ludwig
- Release date
- October 31, 1949
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- G
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $1 million
- Box office
- $1 million
- Production
- Loew's Incorporated, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Challenge to Lassie cast & crew
Challenge to Lassie was directed by Richard Thorpe and written by William Ludwig.
The cast features Edmund Gwenn as John Traill, Donald Crisp as 'Jock' Gray, Geraldine Brooks as Susan Brown, Reginald Owen as Sergeant Davie, Alan Webb as James Brown, and Ross Ford as William Traill.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by André Previn, cinematography is by Charles Schoenbaum, and it was produced by Robert Sisk.
Is Challenge to Lassie worth watching?
At 1h 16m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy action, family, and adventure, Challenge to Lassie is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Challenge to Lassie
Challenge to Lassie isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Challenge to Lassie
Edmund Gwenn
John Traill
Donald Crisp
'Jock' Gray
Geraldine Brooks
Susan Brown
Reginald Owen
Sergeant Davie
Alan Webb
James Brown
Ross Ford
William Traill
Henry Stephenson
Sir Charles Loring
Alan Napier
Lord Provost
Sara Allgood
Mrs. MacFarland
Edmund Breon
Magistrate
Arthur Shields
Dr. Lee
Lumsden Hare
MacFarland
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Challenge to Lassie — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Challenge to Lassie in United States?
Challenge to Lassie is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Challenge to Lassie in?
Challenge to Lassie is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Challenge to Lassie?
Challenge to Lassie runs 1 hours 16 minutes (76 minutes).
▸What is Challenge to Lassie rated?
Challenge to Lassie is rated G. It holds a 5.3/10 audience score from 11 ratings.
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