The Wayward Girl (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1959, The Wayward Girl is a drama film directed by Edith Carlmar, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Gerd, considered a woman of dubious morals, falls in love with a boy whose family does not accept their relationship, so both run away and settle in a cabin in the woods where they meet a sullen man who tests their love.
Who’s in it. The Wayward Girl stars Liv Ullmann as Gerd, Atle Merton as Anders, Rolf Søder as Bendik and Nanna Stenersen as Gerd's Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Wayward Girl has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wayward Girl page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wayward Girl tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wayward Girl (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wayward Girl change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Wayward Girl worth watching?
- The Wayward Girl holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wayward Girl?
- The Wayward Girl stars Liv Ullmann, Atle Merton, Rolf Søder, Nanna Stenersen and Tore Foss.
- When was The Wayward Girl released?
- The Wayward Girl was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.