The Learning Tree (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1969, The Learning Tree is a drama film directed by Gordon Parks, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. The story, set in Kansas during the 1920's, covers less than a year in the life of a black teenager, and documents the veritable deluge of events which force him into sudden manhood. The family relationships and enmities, the fears, frustrations and ambitions of the black teenager in small-town America are explored with a strong statement about human values.
Who’s in it. The Learning Tree stars Kyle Johnson as Newt, Alex Clarke as Marcus, Estelle Evans as Sarah and Dana Elcar as Kirky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Learning Tree has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Learning Tree page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Learning Tree tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Learning Tree (1969)?
- In US, The Learning Tree is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Learning Tree worth watching?
- The Learning Tree holds an audience score of 6.9 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 Learning Tree?
- The Learning Tree stars Kyle Johnson, Alex Clarke, Estelle Evans, Dana Elcar and Mira Waters.
- When was The Learning Tree released?
- The Learning Tree was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.