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66% Critic Match
Ah, Wilderness!
“The play that startled the nation!”
6.6 / 10• 1935• 1h 38m•NR• English
ComedyDrama
Storyline
At the turn of the century, a young man graduates high school and realizes the joys and sorrows of growing up, with some loving help and guidance from his wise father. A tender, coming-of-age story, with a wonderful look at a long-gone, but fondly remembered, small town America.
Cast & Crew
Wallace Beery
Uncle Sid
Lead
Lionel Barrymore
Nat Miller
Aline MacMahon
Cousin Lily
Eric Linden
Richard Miller
Cecilia Parker
Muriel McComber
Spring Byington
Essie Miller
Mickey Rooney
Tommy Miller
Charley Grapewin
Dave McComber
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Clarence Brown's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Ah, Wilderness! is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
