The Kentuckian
1955, English. Directed by Burt Lancaster.
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- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Kentuckian is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and MGM+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Burt LancasterDirector
- Burt LancasterElias Wakefield
- Dianne FosterHannah Bolen
- Walter MatthauStan Bodine
- Diana LynnSusie Spann
- Donald MacDonaldLittle Eli Wakefield
- John McIntireZack Wakefield
- Una MerkelSophie Wakefield
- John CarradineZiby Fletcher
- John LitelPleasant Tuesday Babson
- Rhys WilliamsConstable
- Edward NorrisRoulette Dealer
- Will WrightJohn Decker (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 22 July 1955
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- A.B. Guthrie Jr.
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The Kentuckian: quick answers
Is The Kentuckian worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 61 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Kentuckian?
The Kentuckian runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does The Kentuckian have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Kentuckian. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Kentuckian parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Kentuckian is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Kentuckian on?
The Kentuckian is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and MGM+ in India. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Kentuckian?
If you liked The Kentuckian, try The Furies, Man Without a Star, The Tall T.
Who directed The Kentuckian?
The Kentuckian (1955) was directed by Burt Lancaster and stars Burt Lancaster, Dianne Foster, Walter Matthau.