Beyond the Horizon

Beyond the Horizon (1975) is a drama, tv movie film directed by Rick Hauser, Michael Kahn rated 10.0/10.

On a Connecticut farm, James Mayo's two sons both love Ruth Atkins. Robert, the younger son, is sickly and dreams of escaping to a romantic life somewhere "beyond the horizon." Andy is hard-working and steadfast and loves his brother deeply. When Ruth reveals that she loves Robert and not, as everyone believed, Andy, Robert's plans to go to sea with his uncle are disrupted. He decides to stay at home and marry Ruth, while Andy, unwilling to remain close at hand as his brother marries the girl he loves, takes Robert's place on the voyage. This turn of events leads to heartache and tragedy for everyone involved.

Cast

Richard Backus

Robert Mayo

Kate Wilkinson

Kate Mayo

John Randolph

James Mayo

Edward J. Moore

Andrew Mayo

Maria Tucci

Ruth Atkins

James Broderick

Captain Scott

Geraldine Fitzgerald

Mrs. Atkins

Kathy Koperwhats

Mary Mayo

Mike Houlihan

Ben

John Houseman

Dr. Fawcett