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The Well

I have a wife and two kids ... a thing like this can ruin me !

7.3(17)19511h 26m
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Where to watch The Well in Canada

The Well isn't available to stream, rent or buy in Canada right now. Availability changes often, so check back soon. Availability checked 28 June 2026.

About The Well

The Well is a 1951 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Russell Rouse and Leo C. Popkin, starring Gwendolyn Laster, Richard Rober and Maidie Norman. It has a runtime of 1 hour 26 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 17 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Well in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Overview

In a racially mixed American town, a five-year-old black girl falls unnoticed into a hidden, forgotten well on her way to school. Having nothing better to go on, the police follow up a report that the child was seen with a white stranger, and rumors run wild. Before hapless, innocent Claude Packard is even found, popular hysteria has him tried and convicted. But is he guilty?

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kidnappingstrangerwellkids

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Well in Canada?+

The Well is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Well on Netflix?+

The Well is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Well?+

The Well has a runtime of 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).

Who stars in The Well?+

The Well stars Gwendolyn Laster, Richard Rober, Maidie Norman, George "Spike" Hamilton and Ernest Anderson.

When did The Well come out?+

The Well is a 1951 movie directed by Russell Rouse and Leo C. Popkin.

What genre is The Well?+

The Well is Drama film.

Who directed The Well?+

The Well was directed by Russell Rouse and Leo C. Popkin.

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