Because They're Young 64 years old
Whoever you are, you're in this picture! Because this tells of youth's challenge to grown-ups who can't understand!
Director Paul Wendkos' 1960 film adaptation of the controversial novel "Harrison High", about an idealistic young high-school teacher dealing with over-sexed and troubled teenagers, is notable for its casting of newcomer Dick Clark in the starring role. Others in the cast include Tuesday Weld, Michael Callan, Victoria Shaw, Roberta Shore, Warren Berlinger, Doug McClure, Linda Watkins, Rudy Bond, Philip Coolidge, Stephen Talbot, Kathryn Card, James Darren, Duane Eddy, The Rebels and Bess Flowers.
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Because They're Young Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|---|
| Dick Clark He was 30, 82 years old when he died | as Neil Hendry |
| Victoria Shaw She was 24, 53 years old when she died | as Joanne Dietrich |
| Michael Callan He was 24, now 89 years old | as Griff Rimer |
| Tuesday Weld She was 16, now 81 years old | as Anne Gregor |
| Roberta Shore She was 16, now 81 years old | as Richelle 'Ricky' Summers |
| Warren Berlinger He was 22, now 87 years old | as Buddy McCalla |
Because They're Young Crew
| Name | Department |
|---|---|
| John Farris as Novel. He was 24 (now 88) years old | Writing |
| Paul Wendkos as Director. He was 34 (84) years old when He died | Directing |
| James Gunn as Writer. He was 6 (0) years old when He died | Writing |
Because They're Young (64 years)
Whoever you are, you're in this picture! Because this tells of youth's challenge to grown-ups who can't understand!
- Release day: Friday, April 01, 1960
- Runtime: 102 minutes