Ruby Gentry (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1952, Ruby Gentry is a drama and romance film directed by King Vidor, running about 82 minutes. “So dangerous...destructive...deadly to love!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A sexy but poor young girl marries a rich man she doesn't love, but carries a torch for another man.
Who’s in it. Ruby Gentry stars Jennifer Jones as Ruby Gentry, Charlton Heston as Boake Tackman, Karl Malden as Jim Gentry and Tom Tully as Jud Corey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Ruby Gentry 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 Ruby Gentry page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ruby Gentry tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ruby Gentry (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ruby Gentry change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ruby Gentry worth watching?
- Ruby Gentry holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ruby Gentry?
- Ruby Gentry stars Jennifer Jones, Charlton Heston, Karl Malden, Tom Tully and James Anderson.
- When was Ruby Gentry released?
- Ruby Gentry was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.