Thunder in the Pines (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1948, Thunder in the Pines is an action, comedy, thriller and adventure film directed by Robert Gordon, running about 61 minutes. “CRASHINGTIMBER! SMASHING FISTS! SPECTACULAR THRILLS!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Loggers Jeff Collins and Boomer Benson compete for a mail-order bride by means of a timber-cutting contest.
Who’s in it. Thunder in the Pines stars George Reeves as Jeff Collins, Ralph Byrd as 'Boomer' Benson, Greg McClure as 'Hammerhead' Hogan and Michael Whalen as Pete, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Thunder in the Pines has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thunder in the Pines page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thunder in the Pines tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thunder in the Pines (1948)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thunder in the Pines change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Thunder in the Pines worth watching?
- Thunder in the Pines holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy, thriller and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Thunder in the Pines?
- Thunder in the Pines stars George Reeves, Ralph Byrd, Greg McClure, Michael Whalen and Denise Darcel.
- When was Thunder in the Pines released?
- Thunder in the Pines was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.