The Men (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1950, The Men is a drama film directed by Fred Zinnemann, running about 85 minutes. “A completely new experience between men and women!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ken, an ex-WWII GI, returns home after he's paralyzed in battle. Residing in the paraplegic ward of a veteran's hospital and embittered by his condition, he refuses to see his fiancée and sinks into a solitary world of hatred and hostility. Head physician, Dr. Brock cajoles the withdrawn Ken into the life of the ward, where fellow patients Norm, Leo and Angel begin to pull him out of his spiritual dilemma.
Who’s in it. The Men stars Marlon Brando as Ken, Teresa Wright as Ellen, Everett Sloane as Dr. Brock and Jack Webb as Norm, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Men has been warmly received by 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 The Men page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Men tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Men (1950)?
- In US, The Men 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 The Men worth watching?
- The Men holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Men?
- The Men stars Marlon Brando, Teresa Wright, Everett Sloane, Jack Webb and Richard Erdman.
- When was The Men released?
- The Men was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.