Movie

The Shepherd of the Hills

“He Tamed Their Wild Hearts With His Courage and Won Them With His Love”

★ 6.6(61)19411h 38m

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Good to know

Director: Henry Hathaway
Release date: 1941-07-18
Runtime: 1h 38m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Paramount Pictures

About The Shepherd of the Hills

The Shepherd of the Hills is a 1941 movie in the Drama and Western genres, directed by Henry Hathaway, starring John Wayne, Betty Field and Harry Carey. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 61 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Shepherd of the Hills in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Young Matt Matthews, an Ozark Mountains moonshiner, hates the father he has never seen, who apparently deserted Matt's mother and left her to die. His obsession contributes to the hatred rampant in the mountains. However, the arrival of a stranger, Daniel Howitt, begins to positively affect the mountain people, who learn to shed their hatred under his gentle influence.

Cast

John Wayne

Young Matt Matthews

Betty Field

Sammy Lane

Harry Carey

Daniel Howitt

Beulah Bondi

Aunt Mollie Matthews

James Barton

Old Matt Matthews

Samuel S. Hinds

Andy Beeler

Marjorie Main

Granny Becky

Ward Bond

Wash Gibbs

Marc Lawrence

Pete Matthews

John Qualen

Coot Royal

Fuzzy Knight

Mr. Palestrom

Tom Fadden

Jim Lane

Themes & keywords

fightbitternessmoonshineozarksnewcomerhateavengemententhusiastic

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Shepherd of the Hills in South Africa?+

The Shepherd of the Hills is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Shepherd of the Hills on Netflix?+

The Shepherd of the Hills is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is The Shepherd of the Hills?+

The Shepherd of the Hills has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who stars in The Shepherd of the Hills?+

The Shepherd of the Hills stars John Wayne, Betty Field, Harry Carey, Beulah Bondi and James Barton.

When did The Shepherd of the Hills come out?+

The Shepherd of the Hills is a 1941 movie directed by Henry Hathaway.

What genre is The Shepherd of the Hills?+

The Shepherd of the Hills is Drama and Western film.

Who directed The Shepherd of the Hills?+

The Shepherd of the Hills was directed by Henry Hathaway.