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Farewell Oak Street (1953): Cast

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Farewell Oak Street is a 1953 documentary directed by Grant McLean, starring Lorne Greene as Narrator, Kate Reid and Eric Clavering. It runs 17 minutes.

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Farewell Oak Street (1953) movie poster
Released
Runtime
17 min
Director
Grant McLean
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Farewell Oak Street About?

The premise of Farewell Oak Street without spoilers.

The film follows residents of Toronto’s Regent Park North, documenting the stark contrast between their former life in cramped, dilapidated flats caused by a housing shortage and the newly built, modern apartments that provide privacy, natural light, and ample space. It captures both the challenges of the past and the hope offered by the redevelopment.

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Cast & crew

Farewell Oak Street Cast & Characters

Lorne Greene leads the cast as Narrator, with Kate Reid as Welfare Woman and Eric Clavering. Directed by Grant McLean; 11 actors are credited in all.

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Farewell Oak Street FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Farewell Oak Street, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Farewell Oak Street?

Farewell Oak Street runs 17 minutes.

When was Farewell Oak Street released?

Farewell Oak Street was released on June 15, 1953.

Who directed Farewell Oak Street?

Farewell Oak Street was directed by Grant McLean.

Who is in the cast of Farewell Oak Street?

Farewell Oak Street stars Lorne Greene as Narrator, Kate Reid as Welfare Woman and Eric Clavering, among 11 credited actors.

Does Farewell Oak Street have a post-credit scene?

No. Farewell Oak Street has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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