Movie Description

The Boy with Green Hair

(1948)

Overview

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.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleThe Boy with Green Hair

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1948-11-26

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 22m

Production CompaniesRKO Radio Pictures

Genres

  • Drama
  • Comedy
  • Family