The Hanging Tree
1959, English. Directed by Delmer Daves.
From The Prize Novel -- A Picture Of Thundering Power!
Joseph "Doc" Frail is a doctor with a past he's trying to outrun. While in Montana, he comes across a mining camp with a hanging tree and rescues a man named Rune from the noose. With Rune as his servant, Frail decides to settle down, and he takes over as town doctor. He meets Elizabeth, who is suffering from shock, and the two soon fall in love. But when Elizabeth is attacked, Frail's attempt to help her lands them both in trouble.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 131 TMDB viewer ratings.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch The Hanging Tree
The Hanging Tree isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
Free
Fawesome
Amazon Video
Apple TV StoreAvailability in India as of 8 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Delmer DavesDirector
- Gary CooperDr. Joseph "Doc" Frail
- Maria SchellElizabeth Mahler
- Karl MaldenFrenchy Plante
- George C. ScottGeorge Grubb
- Karl SwensonTom Flaunce
- Virginia GreggEdna Flaunce
- John DierkesSociety Red
- King DonovanWonder
- Ben PiazzaRune
- Emile AveryTownsman (uncredited)
- Fern BarryMother (uncredited)
- William BenedictTrapper (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 19 February 1959
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Wendell Mayes, Halsted Welles
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked The Hanging Tree
Ride in the Whirlwind
1966 · 6.2/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Proud Rebel
1958 · 6.0/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Don't Come Knocking
2005 · 6.2/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Destry Rides Again
1939 · 7.2/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Bravados
1958 · 6.6/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Decision at Sundown
1957 · 6.4/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Comanche Station
1960 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Man in the Shadow
1957 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Sergeant Rutledge
1960 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Western Union
1941 · 6.0/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Hanging Tree: quick answers
Is The Hanging Tree worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 131 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Hanging Tree?
The Hanging Tree runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does The Hanging Tree have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Hanging Tree. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Hanging Tree parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Hanging Tree is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Hanging Tree on?
The Hanging Tree isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Hanging Tree?
If you liked The Hanging Tree, try Ride in the Whirlwind, The Proud Rebel, Don't Come Knocking.
Who directed The Hanging Tree?
The Hanging Tree (1959) was directed by Delmer Daves and stars Gary Cooper, Maria Schell, Karl Malden.