The Hurricane
1937, English. Directed by John Ford.
South Sea Adventure Calls
A Polynesian sailor is separated from his wife when he's unjustly imprisoned for defending himself against a colonial bully. Members of the community petition the governor for clemency but all pretense of law and order are soon shattered by an incoming tropical storm.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 61 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Hurricane
The Hurricane is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Details
- Released
- 9 November 1937
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Dudley Nichols
- Budget
- $2M
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What The Hurricane is based on
The Hurricane is based on The Hurricane, a novel by James Norman Hall and Charles Nordhoff.
Novel
The Hurricane
By James Norman Hall and Charles Nordhoff
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The Hurricane: quick answers
Is The Hurricane worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 61 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Hurricane?
The Hurricane runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does The Hurricane have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Hurricane. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Hurricane parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Hurricane is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Hurricane on?
The Hurricane is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Hurricane?
If you liked The Hurricane, try Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ, Sahara, Tabu: A Story of the South Seas.
Who directed The Hurricane?
The Hurricane (1937) was directed by John Ford and stars Jon Hall, Dorothy Lamour, Raymond Massey.
What is The Hurricane based on?
The Hurricane is based on The Hurricane, a novel by James Norman Hall and Charles Nordhoff.