The Whole Wide World

The Whole Wide World

1996
1h 46m
6.6

6.6/10

50 votes • View on IMDb

"Based on a true story."

Overview

In 1930s Texas, pulp fiction master Robert E. Howard is introduced to Novalyne Price, a teacher with aspirations of becoming an author herself, and they begin a unique relationship filled with conversation and imagination. Although the possibility exists for romance, Howard's obsession with his work and dedication to his sick mother leads Price to look elsewhere for love, leaving Howard feeling betrayed and alone.

Status: Released

Budget: $1,300,000

Language: EN

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Production Information

Production Countries
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English

Quick Facts

Release Date September 8, 1996
Status Released
Language EN
IMDb ID tt0118163
Website Visit Site

Cast

Vincent D'Onofrio
Vincent D'Onofrio

Robert E. Howard

Renée Zellweger
Renée Zellweger

Novalyne Price

Ann Wedgeworth
Ann Wedgeworth

Mrs. Howard

Harve Presnell
Harve Presnell

Dr. Howard

Benjamin Mouton
Benjamin Mouton

Clyde Smith

Helen Cates
Helen Cates

Enid

Leslie Buesing
Leslie Buesing

Ethel

Chris Shearer
Chris Shearer

Truett

Sandy Walper
Sandy Walper

Mammy

Marion Eaton
Marion Eaton

Woman on Bus

Dell Aldrich
Dell Aldrich

Mrs. Hemphill

Libby Villari
Libby Villari

Etna Reed Price

Key Crew

Michael Scott Myers
Screenplay
Kevin Reidy
Producer
Dan Ireland
Director
Dan Ireland
Producer
Vincent D'Onofrio
Producer
Carl Colpaert
Producer
Peter Locke
Executive Producer
Donald Kushner
Executive Producer