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Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake (2007): Cast

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Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake is a 2007 documentary directed by Amy Goldberg, starring David Smith, Randy Bachman and Ruth Smith. It runs 1 hour 14 minutes.

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Released
Runtime
1h 14m (74 min)
Director
Amy Goldberg
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake About?

The premise of Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake without spoilers.

An incredible true story set in the 1940s, when American‑born Willard MacDonald deserted his troop train bound for World II. To avoid capture, he fled to the remote northern wilderness of Nova Scotia, Canada, where he survived as a hermit for more than six decades. His solitary life sparked enduring folklore and inspired generations.

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Cast & crew

Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake Cast & Characters

David Smith leads the cast, with Randy Bachman as Narrator (voice) and Ruth Smith. Directed by Amy Goldberg; 11 actors are credited in all.

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Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake Also Known As

Also known as “Віллард: Відлюдник озера Ґаллі”.

Also known as
  • Віллард: Відлюдник озера Ґаллі

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Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake?

Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake runs 1 hour 14 minutes (74 minutes).

When was Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake released?

Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake was released on September 30, 2007.

Who directed Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake?

Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake was directed by Amy Goldberg.

Who is in the cast of Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake?

Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake stars David Smith, Randy Bachman as Narrator (voice) and Ruth Smith, among 11 credited actors.

Does Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake have a post-credit scene?

No. Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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