The Gardener's Son (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1977, The Gardener's Son is a drama film directed by Richard Pearce, running about 114 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on true events which took place in the mill town of Graniteville, South Carolina in 1876, the story follows the rich Greggs, who run the mill, and the poor McEvoys, who work there. The animosity between their sons leads to tragedy.
Who’s in it. The Gardener's Son stars Ned Beatty as Pinky, Kevin Conway as James Gregg, Brad Dourif as Robert McEvoy and Penelope Allen as Mrs. McEvoy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Gardener's Son has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Gardener's Son page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gardener's Son tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gardener's Son (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gardener's Son change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Gardener's Son worth watching?
- The Gardener's Son holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Gardener's Son?
- The Gardener's Son stars Ned Beatty, Kevin Conway, Brad Dourif, Penelope Allen and Helen Harmon.
- When was The Gardener's Son released?
- The Gardener's Son was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.