An old man and a young boy who live in the southeastern Mississippi swamps are brought together by the love of a dog.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Walter BrennanUncle Jesse Jackson | Uncle Jesse Jackson |
 Phil HarrisA. H. 'Cash' Evans | A. H. 'Cash' Evans |
 Brandon De WildeSkeeter Jackson | Skeeter Jackson |
 Sidney PoitierGates Watson | Gates Watson |
 William HopperWalden Grover | Walden Grover |
| LLouise BeaversBonnie Drew | Bonnie Drew |
 George ChandlerReporter | Reporter |
 Dawn BenderGirl with donuts | Girl with donuts |