Good Day for a Hanging (1959)
Overview
When the local sheriff is killed after a bank robbery, ex-lawman Ben Cutler collars the apparent killer, Eddie Campbell. Because of his background as a local youth who spent time living with the Cutlers, Eddie gets the benefit of the doubt from Ben's daughter and his wife-to-be. Ben is firm that Eddie is guilty, and as the matter is debated in a divisive court battle, it will soon become clear whether he's right.
Where to watch Good Day for a Hanging
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| Canada | — | Apple TV, YouTube | Apple TV, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| New Zealand | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Germany | Wild West Amzon Channel | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| Brazil | Looke | — | — |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV |
| Poland | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Good Day for a Hanging in 23 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Good Day for a Hanging about?
When the local sheriff is killed after a bank robbery, ex-lawman Ben Cutler collars the apparent killer, Eddie Campbell. Because of his background as a local youth who spent time living with the Cutlers, Eddie gets the benefit of the doubt from Ben's daughter and his wife-to-be. Ben is firm that Eddie is guilty, and as the matter is debated in a divisive court battle, it will soon become clear whether he's right. Good Day for a Hanging is a Western, Action movie, released on 1959-01-01, runtime 85 minutes.
Is Good Day for a Hanging worth watching?
TMDB users rate Good Day for a Hanging 6.4 out of 10 from 17 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Good Day for a Hanging?
In Germany, Good Day for a Hanging streams on Wild West Amzon Channel and can be rented from Amazon Video. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Nathan Juran
Cast
- Fred MacMurray as Marshal Ben Cutler
- Margaret Hayes as Ruth Granger
- Robert Vaughn as Eddie 'The Kid' Campbell
- Joan Blackman as Laurie Cutler
- James Drury as Paul Ridgely
- Wendell Holmes as Tallant Joslin, Prosecutor
- Edmon Ryan as William P. Selby, Attorney
- Stacy Harris as Coley
- Kathryn Card as Mrs. Molly Cain
- Emile Meyer as Marshal Hiram Cain
- Bing Russell as George Fletcher
- Russell Thorson as Harry Landers
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