Because They're Young (1960)
Director Paul Wendkos' 1960 film adaptation of the controversial novel "Harrison High", about an idealistic young high-school teacher dealing with over-sexed and troubled teenagers, is notable for its casting of newcomer Dick Clark in the starring role. Others in the cast include Tuesday Weld, Michael Callan, Victoria Shaw, Roberta Shore, Warren Berlinger, Doug McClure, Linda Watkins, Rudy Bond, Philip Coolidge, Stephen Talbot, Kathryn Card, James Darren, Duane Eddy, The Rebels and Bess Flowers.
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Cast
- Dick Clark — Neil Hendry
- Victoria Shaw — Joanne Dietrich
- Michael Callan — Griff Rimer
- Tuesday Weld — Anne Gregor
- Warren Berlinger — Buddy McCalla
- Roberta Shore — Richelle 'Ricky' Summers
- Doug McClure — Jim Trent
- Duane Eddy — Self
- James Darren — Self
- Linda Watkins — Frances McCalla
- Chris Robinson — Patcher
- Rudy Bond — Chris
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