Who is Hal Carter in Picnic?

William Holden plays Hal Carter in the film.

What is Picnic about?

Charming Hal Carter (William Holden) turned to wandering after a failed acting career left him loose in the wind. Interested in reuniting with an old college friend, Alan Benson (Cliff Robertson), Carter bums a train ride to a tranquil Kansas town. Alan greets him warmly, and together they join the community in a picnic celebration of Labor Day. However, his welcome quickly sours when sparks ignite between him and Alan's girlfriend, Madge Owens (Kim Novak).

Picnic

Name: Picnic
Duration: 115
Rating: 54

NR 1 hr 55 min

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How long is Picnic?: Picnic is 1 hr 55 min long.

Who directed Picnic?: Joshua Logan

Who is Hal Carter in Picnic?: William Holden plays Hal Carter in the film.

What is Picnic about?: Charming Hal Carter (William Holden) turned to wandering after a failed acting career left him loose in the wind. Interested in reuniting with an old college friend, Alan Benson (Cliff Robertson), Carter bums a train ride to a tranquil Kansas town. Alan greets him warmly, and together they join the community in a picnic celebration of Labor Day. However, his welcome quickly sours when sparks ignite between him and Alan's girlfriend, Madge Owens (Kim Novak).