These Wilder Years

These Wilder Years

TOGETHER and TERRIFIC! ...in a story of unforgettable warmth and impact!

NR 1956 · 91 min · ★ 6.5 · Drama

A man tries to find a son he gave up for adoption years ago.

Directed by Roy Rowland · Written by Frank Fenton

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