The Tender Years (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1948, The Tender Years is a drama film directed by Harold D. Schuster, running about 81 minutes. “Share the THRILLS!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A progressive pastor takes on thoughtless brutality (and constitutional scruples against search and seizure) in order to promote animal cruelty protection laws.
Who’s in it. The Tender Years stars Joe E. Brown as Will Norris, Richard Lyon as Ted Norris, Noreen Nash as Linda and Charles Drake as Bob Wilson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Tender Years has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Tender Years page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tender Years tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tender Years (1948)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tender Years change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Tender Years worth watching?
- The Tender Years holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Tender Years?
- The Tender Years stars Joe E. Brown, Richard Lyon, Noreen Nash, Charles Drake and Josephine Hutchinson.
- When was The Tender Years released?
- The Tender Years was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.