The Great Meadow (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1931, The Great Meadow is a drama and western film directed by Charles Brabin, running about 75 minutes. “She Was Forced To Choose Between Two Husbands.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Pioneers and a family man leave Virginia for Kentucky during the Revolutionary War.
Who’s in it. The Great Meadow stars Johnny Mack Brown as Berk Jarvis (as John Mack Brown), Eleanor Boardman as Diony Hall, Lucille La Verne as Elvira Jarvis and Anita Louise as Betty Hall, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Great Meadow has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Meadow page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Meadow tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Meadow (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Meadow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Great Meadow worth watching?
- The Great Meadow holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Great Meadow?
- The Great Meadow stars Johnny Mack Brown, Eleanor Boardman, Lucille La Verne, Anita Louise and Gavin Gordon.
- When was The Great Meadow released?
- The Great Meadow was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.