The Barefoot Mailman (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1951, The Barefoot Mailman is a comedy and adventure film directed by Earl McEvoy, running about 83 minutes. “Meet Sylvanus! Con man... Gun man... Ladies man!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Sylvanus Hurley is a swindler who's been swindled: he's been given a deed to a large plot of mangrove swamp in the out-of-the-way community. So he decides to con the locals, some of whom are not as honest as he....
Who’s in it. The Barefoot Mailman stars Robert Cummings as Sylvanus Hurley, Terry Moore as Adie Titus, John Russell as Theron and Jerome Courtland as Steven Pierton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Barefoot Mailman has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Barefoot Mailman page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Barefoot Mailman tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Barefoot Mailman (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Barefoot Mailman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Barefoot Mailman worth watching?
- The Barefoot Mailman holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Barefoot Mailman?
- The Barefoot Mailman stars Robert Cummings, Terry Moore, John Russell, Jerome Courtland and Will Geer.
- When was The Barefoot Mailman released?
- The Barefoot Mailman was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.