Spencer's Mountain
1963, English. Directed by Delmer Daves.
Clayboy's schoolteacher impresses upon Clayboy the following phrase, "The world steps aside to let a man pass, if he knows where he is going"
Clay Spencer and his wife, Olivia, live in a small town deep in the mountains. When Clay isn't busy drinking with his buddies or railing against the town minister, he's building the house he's always promised Olivia. He is overjoyed when he learns his eldest son will be the first Spencer to attend college, if he can resist the charms of a pretty local girl and rustle up the money for tuition.
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Delmer DavesDirector
- Henry FondaClay Spencer
- Maureen O'HaraOlivia Spencer
- James MacArthurClayboy Spencer
- Donald CrispGrandpa Spencer
- Wally CoxPreacher Goodman
- Mimsy FarmerClaris Coleman
- Virginia GreggMiss Parker
- Lillian BronsonGrandma Spencer
- Whit BissellDr. Campbell
- Hayden RorkeColonel Coleman
- Kathy BennettMinnie-Cora Cook
- Dub TaylorPercy Cook
Details
- Released
- 16 May 1963
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Delmer Daves
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What Spencer's Mountain is based on
Spencer's Mountain is adapted from a novel.
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Spencer's Mountain: quick answers
Is Spencer's Mountain worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Spencer's Mountain?
Spencer's Mountain runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does Spencer's Mountain have a post-credits scene?
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Spencer's Mountain parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Spencer's Mountain on?
Spencer's Mountain isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Spencer's Mountain?
If you liked Spencer's Mountain, try The Secret Life of Bees, The Shack, Goal!.
Who directed Spencer's Mountain?
Spencer's Mountain (1963) was directed by Delmer Daves and stars Henry Fonda, Maureen O'Hara, James MacArthur.
What is Spencer's Mountain based on?
Spencer's Mountain is adapted from a novel.