IMDb >
The Kentuckian (1955)
Watch It
Buy it at Amazon
Rent it at blockbuster.com
Discuss in Boards More at IMDb Pro Add to My Movies Update Data
BETA
Discuss in Boards More at IMDb Pro Add to My Movies Update Data
Quicklinks
Top Links
trailers and videosfull cast and crewtriviaofficial sitesmemorable quotesOverview
main detailscombined detailsfull cast and crewcompany creditstv scheduleAwards & Reviews
user commentsexternal reviewsnewsgroup reviewsawardsuser ratingsparents guiderecommendationsmessage boardPlot & Quotes
plot summaryplot synopsisplot keywordsAmazon.com summarymemorable quotesFun Stuff
triviagoofssoundtrack listingcrazy creditsalternate versionsmovie connectionsFAQOther Info
merchandising linksbox office/businessrelease datesfilming locationstechnical specslaserdisc detailsDVD detailsliterature listingsNewsDeskPromotional
taglines trailers and videos posters photo galleryExternal Links
showtimesofficial sitesmiscellaneousphotographssound clipsvideo clipsThe Kentuckian (1955) More at IMDbPro »
| Photos (see all 13 | slideshow) |
Overview
User Rating:
Release Date:
7 August 1955 (Japan) moreTagline:
Hunter...Frontiersman...Adventurer!Plot:
A Kentucky widower bound for 1820's Texas with his young son is thwarted in his efforts by a corrupt constable, a long-standing family feud, and a beautiful indentured servant. full summary | add synopsisAwards:
1 nomination moreNewsDesk:
International Film Music Critics Announce 2008 Nominees(From Rope Of Silicon. 16 January 2009, 4:43 PM, PST)
User Comments:
For Burt Fans, Isn't everyone? moreCast
(Complete credited cast)| Burt Lancaster | ... | Elias Wakefield (Big Eli) | |
| Dianne Foster | ... | Hannah | |
| Diana Lynn | ... | Susie | |
| John McIntire | ... | Zack Wakefield | |
| Una Merkel | ... | Sophie Wakefield | |
| John Carradine | ... | Fletcher | |
| John Litel | ... | Pleasant Tuesday Babson | |
| Rhys Williams | ... | Constable | |
| Edward Norris | ... | Roulette Dealer | |
| Walter Matthau | ... | Stan Bodine | |
| Donald MacDonald | ... | Little Eli Wakefield |
Additional Details
Parents Guide:
Add content advisory for parentsRuntime:
104 minCountry:
USALanguage:
EnglishColor:
Color (Technicolor)Aspect Ratio:
2.55 : 1 moreSound Mix:
4-Track Stereo (Western Electric Recording)Certification:
Norway:16 | West Germany:12 (f) | Australia:PG | Finland:K-16 | Sweden:15 | UK:PG (cut) | USA:Approved (PCA #17200)Fun Stuff
Quotes:
[first lines]Little Eli Wakefield: How long now, Pa? How many more days?
Elias Wakefield: We ain't much more than started!
more
FAQ
This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.more
Message Boards
Discuss this movie with other users on IMDb message board for The Kentuckian (1955)Recommendations
If you enjoyed this title, our database also recommends:
Show more recommendations
|
|
|
|
|
| Gone with the Wind | The Gunfighter | How the West Was Won | North West Mounted Police | Bonnie and Clyde |
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
Related Links
| Full cast and crew | Company credits | External reviews |
| News articles | IMDb Drama section | IMDb USA section |
| Add this title to MyMovies |












Lancaster's only directing role. A decent western with a twist or two, especially at the ending showdown, which features 10 dramatic seconds of feat that only Lancaster could make suspenseful.
How does a man defeat an armed enemy while standing opposite a 40 yard wide stream, and with no gun? The daring Lancaster meets this challenge with a surprising, brash dash. Check it out.