The Night of the Hunter

It’s a hard world for little things.

19551h 33m7.9(1,909 votes)

CrimeDramaThriller

Synopsis

In Depression-era West Virginia, a serial-killing preacher hunts two young children who know the whereabouts of a stash of money.

The Night of the Hunter (1955) is a crime, drama, and thriller film directed by Charles Laughton. It stars Robert Mitchum, Shelley Winters, and Lillian Gish. The film runs for 1 hour 33 minutes. Audiences have made it strongly rated, with an average score of 7.9 out of 10 from 1,909 votes.

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Director

Charles Laughton

Cast

Robert Mitchum

Preacher Harry Powell

Shelley Winters

Willa Harper

Lillian Gish

Rachel Cooper

Billy Chapin

John Harper

Sally Jane Bruce

Pearl Harper

James Gleason

Uncle Birdie Steptoe

Evelyn Varden

Icey Spoon

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Night of the Hunter

Where can I watch The Night of the Hunter?

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Who stars in The Night of the Hunter?

The Night of the Hunter stars Robert Mitchum, Shelley Winters, Lillian Gish, and Billy Chapin, and was directed by Charles Laughton.

How long is The Night of the Hunter?

The Night of the Hunter has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes.

When did The Night of the Hunter come out?

The Night of the Hunter was released in 1955.

What genre is The Night of the Hunter?

The Night of the Hunter is a crime, drama, and thriller film.

Is The Night of the Hunter worth watching?

The Night of the Hunter holds an average audience score of 7.9 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.