Old Yeller Cast
The cast of Old Yeller.
Tommy Kirk
as Travis Coates

Tommy Kirk plays Travis Coates, the young protagonist who forms a special bond with his family dog, Old Yeller.

Dorothy McGuire
as Katie Coates

Dorothy McGuire portrays Katie Coates, the caring mother of Travis and Arliss.

Fess Parker
as Jim Coates

Fess Parker takes on the role of Jim Coates, the father who teaches his sons important life lessons.

Kevin Corcoran
as Arliss Coates

Kevin Corcoran plays Arliss Coates, Travis' mischievous younger brother.

Jeff York
as Bud Searcy

Jeff York portrays Bud Searcy, a neighbor and friend of the Coates family.

Beverly Washburn
as Lisbeth Searcy

Beverly Washburn plays Lisbeth Searcy, Bud Searcy's daughter and a friend of Travis.

Chuck Connors
as Sanderson

Chuck Connors takes on the role of Sanderson, a menacing character in the Texas frontier.

Spike
as Old Yeller

Spike brings Old Yeller to life, the loyal and protective dog who becomes an integral part of the Coates family.

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