The Wishing Well (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2010, The Wishing Well is a drama and tv movie film directed by David Jackson, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Widower, Mark Jansen, owns and runs the local newspaper for the Midwest town he grew up in. As he struggles to make ends meet, his daughter takes his happiness into her hands by going down to the famous wishing well their little town is known for, and wishing for just that - his happiness. Shortly after, a glamorous woman appears in town by the name of Cynthia Tamerline. Lead by Mark's daughter, Cynthia makes a trip to the well herself and casts a wish. When she wakes up the next morning, she finds that she has been transported to an alternate universe that ultimately changes her forever.
Who’s in it. The Wishing Well stars Jordan Ladd as Cynthia Tamerline, Jason London as Mark Jansen, Ernest Borgnine as Big Jim and Sally Kellerman as Donette, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Wishing Well has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wishing Well page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wishing Well tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wishing Well (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wishing Well change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Wishing Well worth watching?
- The Wishing Well holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wishing Well?
- The Wishing Well stars Jordan Ladd, Jason London, Ernest Borgnine, Sally Kellerman and Jadin Gould.
- When was The Wishing Well released?
- The Wishing Well was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.