The Southerner (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1945, The Southerner is a drama film directed by Jean Renoir, running about 92 minutes. “The picture that never lets go of your heart!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Sam Tucker, a cotton picker, in search of a better future for his family, decides to grow his own cotton crop. In the first year, the Tuckers battle disease, a flood, and a jealous neighbor. Can they make it as farmers?
Who’s in it. The Southerner stars Zachary Scott as Sam Tucker, Betty Field as Nona Tucker, J. Carrol Naish as Devers and Beulah Bondi as Granny Tucker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Southerner has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Brew, MGM Plus, IndieFlix and FilmBox+ and rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Southerner page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Southerner tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Southerner (1945)?
- In US, The Southerner is available to stream on Brew, MGM Plus and IndieFlix, and rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Southerner worth watching?
- The Southerner holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Southerner?
- The Southerner stars Zachary Scott, Betty Field, J. Carrol Naish, Beulah Bondi and Percy Kilbride.
- When was The Southerner released?
- The Southerner was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.