Old Yeller(1957)
“All the heart, all the excitement of a great frontier adventure!”
Overview
Young Travis Coates is left to take care of the family ranch with his mother and younger brother while his father goes off on a cattle drive in the 1860s. When a yellow mongrel comes for an uninvited stay with the family, Travis reluctantly adopts the dog.
Director
Robert Stevenson
Studio
Walt Disney Productions
Budget
$22M
Cast
Tommy Kirk
as Travis Coates
Dorothy McGuire
as Katie Coates
Fess Parker
as Jim Coates
Kevin Corcoran
as Arliss Coates
Jeff York
as Bud Searcy
Beverly Washburn
as Lisbeth Searcy
Chuck Connors
as Sanderson
Spike
as Old Yeller
Where to Watch
Availability may vary by region. Some links are affiliate links — we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Movie Facts
Release Year
1957
Runtime
1h 24m
Language
English
Rating
6.9 / 10
Budget
$22M
Production Companies
Walt Disney Productions
You Might Also Like
Action / Adventure
Far from Home: The Adventures of Yellow Dog
1995
Drama / Adventure
A Dog's Way Home
2019
Drama / Western
News of the World
2020
Drama / Family
Where the Red Fern Grows
2003
Adventure / Family
The Call of the Wild
2020
Drama / Family
Where the Red Fern Grows
1974
Adventure / Family
Tall Tale: The Unbelievable Adventure
1995
Western / Drama
Forty Guns
1957
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Old Yeller?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Old Yeller (1957).
What is Old Yeller about?▼
Young Travis Coates is left to take care of the family ranch with his mother and younger brother while his father goes off on a cattle drive in the 1860s. When a yellow mongrel comes for an uninvited stay with the family, Travis reluctantly adopts the dog.
Who directed Old Yeller?▼
Old Yeller was directed by Robert Stevenson and released in 1957. It is a adventure, drama, family, western film.
How long is Old Yeller?▼
Old Yeller has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
Who stars in Old Yeller?▼
The cast of Old Yeller includes Tommy Kirk as Travis Coates, Dorothy McGuire as Katie Coates, Fess Parker as Jim Coates, Kevin Corcoran as Arliss Coates, Jeff York as Bud Searcy and more.
Explore More by Genre
Need a recommendation?
Tell us your mood and we'll pick the perfect movie for you.