The Good Earth
1937, English. Directed by Sidney Franklin.
China… Land of unrest… Tomorrow they may starve!
China, during the rule of the Qing Dynasty. The arranged marriage between Wang Lung, a humble farmer, and O-Lan, a domestic slave, will endure the many hardships of life over the years; but the temptations of a fragile prosperity will endanger their love and the survival of their entire family.
- Runtime
- 2h 19m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 81 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Good Earth
The Good Earth isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 2 June 1937
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Talbot Jennings, Claudine West, Tess Slesinger
- Budget
- $2.8M
- Box office
- $3.6M
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What The Good Earth is based on
The Good Earth is based on The Good Earth, a 1931 novel by Pearl S. Buck.
Novel · 1931
The Good Earth
By Pearl S. Buck
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The Good Earth: quick answers
Is The Good Earth worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 81 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Good Earth?
The Good Earth runs 139 minutes (2h 19m).
Does The Good Earth have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Good Earth. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Good Earth parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Good Earth is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Good Earth on?
The Good Earth isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Good Earth?
If you liked The Good Earth, try Far from the Madding Crowd, Out of Africa, Mayerling.
Who directed The Good Earth?
The Good Earth (1937) was directed by Sidney Franklin and stars Paul Muni, Luise Rainer, Walter Connolly.
What is The Good Earth based on?
The Good Earth is based on The Good Earth, a 1931 novel by Pearl S. Buck.