---
title: "Salt of the Earth"
year: 1954
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/salt-of-the-earth-1954"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 23620
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 94
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Salt of the Earth (1954) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/salt-of-the-earth-1954

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Salt of the Earth is a film first released in 1954. Catalogued under Drama, History. Produced and broadcast by Independent Production Company (IPC). Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/salt-of-the-earth-1954#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Herbert J. Biberman
- **Networks / Studios**: Independent Production Company (IPC)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Rosaura Revueltas** as *Esperanza Quintero*
- **Juan Chacón** as *Ramon Quintero*
- **Will Geer** as *Sheriff*
- **David Bauer** as *Barton*
- **Mervin Williams** as *Hartwell*
- **David Sarvis** as *Alexander*
- **Clinton Jencks** as *Frank Barnes*
- **Virginia Jencks** as *Ruth Barnes*
- **Henrietta Williams** as *Teresa Vidal*
- **Ernesto Velázquez** as *Charley Vidal*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I watch Salt of the Earth?
Streaming availability for Salt of the Earth varies by region and platform licensing. Use our live availability tracker above to check direct streaming, rental, or purchase links across major verified platforms.

### Q: Is Salt of the Earth worth watching?
Salt of the Earth holds a community rating of 7.0/10. It offers engaging Drama, History for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Salt of the Earth and when was it released?
Salt of the Earth is a feature film with a runtime of 94 minutes. It was released in 1954. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Salt of the Earth?
Salt of the Earth was directed by Herbert J. Biberman.

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