Smithy (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1946, Smithy is a notable film directed by Ken G. Hall.
What it’s about. An Australian biopic about the life of pioneering aviator Charles "Smithy" Kingsford-Smith. The film is unusually frank about the controversies that occasionally dogged him. PG Taylor and Billy Hughes both make appearances playing themselves.
Who’s in it. Smithy stars Ron Randell as Charles Kingsford-Smith and Joy Nichols as Kay Sutton.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Smithy sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Smithy page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Smithy (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Smithy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Smithy worth watching?
- Smithy holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Smithy?
- Smithy stars Ron Randell and Joy Nichols.
- When was Smithy released?
- Smithy was released in 1946.