The Maclean brothers, Paul and Norman, live a relatively idyllic life in rural Montana, spending much of their time fly fishing. The sons of a minister, the boys eventually part company when Norman moves east to attend college, leaving his rebellious brother to find trouble back home. When Norman finally returns, the siblings resume their fishing outings, and assess where they've been and where they're going.
Norman Maclean
Paul Maclean
Rev. Maclean
Mrs. Maclean
Mrs. Burns
Neal Burns
Rawhide
Mabel
Jessie Burns
Murphy
Young Norman
Chub
Police Sergeant
Harry the Editor
Helen Kane Impersonator (uncredited)
Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
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Executive Producer
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