| The Green Promise | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | William D. Russell |
| Written by | Monte Collins (screenplay and story) |
| Produced by | Monte Collins (producer) Robert Paige (producer) |
| Starring | Marguerite Chapman Walter Brennan Robert Paige |
| Cinematography | John L. Russell |
| Edited by | Richard W. Farrell |
| Music by | Rudy Schrager |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | RKO Radio Pictures |
Release dates | |
Running time | 93 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
The Green Promise is a 1948 American drama film directed by William D. Russell. The film was co-produced by Houston oilman Glenn McCarthy and leading man Robert Paige to display the concept and meaning of the 4-H Club and highlight farming issues such as soil erosion, government programs, and individual enterprise. The title refers to a scene where the local preacher gives a sermon on a story from the Book of Exodus of God's "green promise" to lead Moses into a land of milk and honey. The preacher reminds his congregation that the fulfillment of the promise requires faith, difficult journeys and open-mindedness.
As of 2015[update], the film was released into the public domain.
- ^ a b "The Green Promise: Detail View". American Film Institute. Retrieved May 13, 2014.