The Whole Wide World

The Whole Wide World

Based on a true story.

6.6 /10 50 votes
September 8, 1996 1h 46m Released

Storyline

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.

Key Information

Director Dan Ireland
Writers Michael Scott Myers, Novalyne Price Ellis
Rating 6.6/10
Language EN
Budget $1,300,000

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Cast & Crew

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

Ethel

Chris Shearer

Chris Shearer

Truett

Sandy Walper

Mammy

Marion Eaton

Marion Eaton

Woman on Bus

Dell Aldrich

Mrs. Hemphill

Libby Villari

Libby Villari

Etna Reed Price

Frequently Asked Questions

The Whole Wide World was released on September 8, 1996.

The runtime of The Whole Wide World is 1h 46m.

The Whole Wide World is a Drama, Romance movie.

The Whole Wide World has a rating of 6.6 out of 10 on TMDB.

The Whole Wide World is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

The Whole Wide World was directed by Dan Ireland.

The main cast of The Whole Wide World includes Vincent D'Onofrio, Renée Zellweger, Ann Wedgeworth.

The Whole Wide World is originally in English.