Sounder
1972, English. Directed by Martin Ritt.
The oldest son of a loving and strong family of black sharecroppers comes of age in the Depression-era South after his father is imprisoned for stealing food.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Cast & crew
- Martin RittDirector
- Cicely TysonRebecca Morgan
- Paul WinfieldNathan Lee Morgan
- Kevin HooksDavid Lee Morgan
- Taj MahalIke
- Janet MacLachlanCamille Johnson
- Carmen MathewsMrs. Boatwright
- James BestSheriff Charlie Young
- Eric HooksEarl Morgan
- Yvonne JarrellJosie Mae Morgan
- Sylvia Kuumba WilliamsHarriet
- Teddy AirhartMr. Perkins
- Richard DurhamPerkins' Foreman
Details
- Released
- 24 September 1972
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Lonne Elder III
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What Sounder is based on
Sounder is adapted from a novel.
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Sounder: quick answers
Is Sounder worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 58 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Sounder?
Sounder runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does Sounder have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sounder. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Sounder parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Sounder is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Sounder on?
Sounder is streaming on Brew in India. (Checked 2 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sounder?
If you liked Sounder, try The Grapes of Wrath, Places in the Heart, Honkytonk Man.
Who directed Sounder?
Sounder (1972) was directed by Martin Ritt and stars Cicely Tyson, Paul Winfield, Kevin Hooks.
What is Sounder based on?
Sounder is adapted from a novel.