The Good Earth
"China… Land of unrest… Tomorrow they may starve!"
Originally released in 1937. The Good Earth is a drama/history film. directed by Sidney Franklin. With a runtime of 2h 19m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Paul Muni, Luise Rainer, and Walter Connolly
Synopsis
China, during the rule of the Qing Dynasty. The arranged marriage between Wang Lung, a humble farmer, and O-Lan, a domestic slave, will endure the many hardships of life over the years; but the temptations of a fragile prosperity will endanger their love and the survival of their entire family.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 2, 1937
88 years ago
Runtime
2h 19m
139 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (74 votes)
Budget
$2.8M
Production budget
Box Office
$3.6M
1.3x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $2,800,000
- Revenue
- $3,557,000
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Good Earth about?
China, during the rule of the Qing Dynasty. The arranged marriage between Wang Lung, a humble farmer, and O-Lan, a domestic slave, will endure the many hardships of life over the years; but the tem...
Who directed The Good Earth?
The Good Earth was directed by Sidney Franklin.
How long is The Good Earth?
The Good Earth has a runtime of 2 hours and 19 minutes (139 minutes total).
When was The Good Earth released?
The Good Earth was released on June 2, 1937 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Good Earth?
The main cast of The Good Earth includes Paul Muni, Luise Rainer, Walter Connolly, Tilly Losch, Charley Grapewin.