The Man from Down Under (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1943, The Man from Down Under is a drama and war film directed by Robert Z. Leonard, running about 103 minutes. “THRILLS! FUN! ACTION!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An Australian blowhard raises two orphaned children as his own in the years leading up to WWII.
Who’s in it. The Man from Down Under stars Charles Laughton as Jocko Wilson, Binnie Barnes as Aggie Dawlins, Richard Carlson as Nipper Wilson and Donna Reed as Mary Wilson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Man from Down Under 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 The Man from Down Under page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man from Down Under tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man from Down Under (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man from Down Under change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man from Down Under worth watching?
- The Man from Down Under holds an audience score of 6.5 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 The Man from Down Under?
- The Man from Down Under stars Charles Laughton, Binnie Barnes, Richard Carlson, Donna Reed and Christopher Severn.
- When was The Man from Down Under released?
- The Man from Down Under was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.