The Cabin in the Cotton
1932, English. Directed by Michael Curtiz.
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Sharecropper's son Marvin tries to help his community overcome poverty and ignorance.
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Michael CurtizDirector
- Richard BarthelmessMarvin Blake
- Dorothy JordanBetty Wright
- Bette DavisMadge Norwood
- Hardie AlbrightRoland Neal
- David LandauTom Blake
- Berton ChurchillLane Norwood
- Dorothy PetersonLilly Blake
- Russell SimpsonUncle Joe
- Tully MarshallSlick
- Henry B. WalthallEph Clinton
- Edmund BreeseHolmes Scott
- John MarstonRussell Carter
Details
- Released
- 26 September 1932
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Paul Green
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What The Cabin in the Cotton is based on
The Cabin in the Cotton is adapted from a novel.
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The Cabin in the Cotton: quick answers
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How long is The Cabin in the Cotton?
The Cabin in the Cotton runs 78 minutes (1h 18m).
Does The Cabin in the Cotton have a post-credits scene?
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The Cabin in the Cotton parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Cabin in the Cotton is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Cabin in the Cotton on?
The Cabin in the Cotton isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 26 September 1932. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Cabin in the Cotton?
If you liked The Cabin in the Cotton, try Sounder, The Long, Hot Summer, To Kill a Mockingbird.
Who directed The Cabin in the Cotton?
The Cabin in the Cotton (1932) was directed by Michael Curtiz and stars Richard Barthelmess, Dorothy Jordan, Bette Davis.
What is The Cabin in the Cotton based on?
The Cabin in the Cotton is adapted from a novel.