Where can I watch Something of Value (1957)?

In US, Something of Value 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 Something of Value worth watching?

Something of Value holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in Something of Value?

Something of Value stars Rock Hudson, Dana Wynter, Sidney Poitier, Juano Hernández and William Marshall.

When was Something of Value released?

Something of Value was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.

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Something of Value (1957): cast, story & where to watch

1957 · Film · ★ 5.4

Released in 1957, Something of Value is a drama and war film directed by Richard Brooks, running about 113 minutes. “Love in an Inferno” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. As Kenya's Mau Mau uprising tears the country apart, former childhood friends Kimani (Sidney Poitier), a native, and Peter (Rock Hudson), a British colonist, find themselves on opposite sides of the struggle in this provocative drama. Though each is devoted to his cause, both wish for a more moderate path -- but their hopes for a peaceful resolution are thwarted by rage, colonial arrogance and escalating violence on both sides.

Who’s in it. Something of Value stars Rock Hudson as Peter McKenzie, Dana Wynter as Holly McKenzie, Sidney Poitier as Kimani Wa Karanja and Juano Hernández as Njogu - Oath Giver, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Something of Value has proved divisive with audiences.

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 Something of Value page.

If you liked it. Fans of Something of Value tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Something of Value (1957)?: In US, Something of Value 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 Something of Value worth watching?: Something of Value holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Something of Value?: Something of Value stars Rock Hudson, Dana Wynter, Sidney Poitier, Juano Hernández and William Marshall.
When was Something of Value released?: Something of Value was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.