Brigham Young (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1940, Brigham Young is a romance, history and western film directed by Henry Hathaway, running about 114 minutes. “The Great American Motion Picture !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Based on the story of the famous Mormon leader, it follows Brigham Young and his challenge to transport his people across the Rocky mountains to settle in Salt Lake City. The plot focuses on two fictitious characters, Jonathan Kent and Zina Webb and the hardships they have to face along the way.
Who’s in it. Brigham Young stars Tyrone Power as Jonathan Kent, Linda Darnell as Zina Webb - The Outsider, Dean Jagger as Brigham Young and Brian Donlevy as Angus Duncan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Brigham Young has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Brigham Young page.
If you liked it. Fans of Brigham Young tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Brigham Young (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Brigham Young change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Brigham Young worth watching?
- Brigham Young holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance, history and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Brigham Young?
- Brigham Young stars Tyrone Power, Linda Darnell, Dean Jagger, Brian Donlevy and Jane Darwell.
- When was Brigham Young released?
- Brigham Young was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.