The Plow That Broke the Plains (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1936, The Plow That Broke the Plains is a notable film directed by Pare Lorentz.
What it’s about. A documentary about what happened to the Great Plains of the United States and Canada when uncontrolled farming destroyed the soil and led to the Dust Bowl.
Who’s in it. The Plow That Broke the Plains stars Thomas Chalmers as Narrator (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Plow That Broke the Plains has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Plow That Broke the Plains page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Plow That Broke the Plains (1936)?
- In GB, The Plow That Broke the Plains is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Plow That Broke the Plains worth watching?
- The Plow That Broke the Plains holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Plow That Broke the Plains?
- The Plow That Broke the Plains stars Thomas Chalmers.
- When was The Plow That Broke the Plains released?
- The Plow That Broke the Plains was released in 1936.