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The Whole Wide World

The Whole Wide World

1996·Movie·1h 46m

Drama, Romance

6.7 / 10 (52 votes)

Based on a true story.

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.

Directed by
Dan Ireland
Original language
English
Released
8 September 1996

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Last verified 2 Nov 2026

Cast

  • 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

  • LB

    Leslie Buesing

    Ethel

  • Chris Shearer

    Chris Shearer

    Truett

  • SW

    Sandy Walper

    Mammy

  • Marion Eaton

    Marion Eaton

    Woman on Bus

  • DA

    Dell Aldrich

    Mrs. Hemphill

  • Libby Villari

    Libby Villari

    Etna Reed Price