---
title: "The Hurricane"
year: 1937
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-hurricane-1937"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 77250
imdb_id: "tt0029030"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 104
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 60
content_rating: "NR"
---

# The Hurricane (1937) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-hurricane-1937

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Hurricane is a 1937 American drama film set in the South Seas, directed by John Ford and produced by Samuel Goldwyn Productions. The film features genres including action, adventure, drama, and romance, and has a run time of one hour and forty-four minutes. The story follows a Polynesian sailor who is separated from his wife when he is unjustly imprisoned for defending himself against a colonial bully. Members of the community petition the governor for clemency, but all pretense of law and order are soon shattered by an incoming tropical storm. The movie stars Dorothy Lamour and Jon Hall, with Mary Astor and C. Aubrey Smith. The climax of the film features a hurricane generated through special effects. Set on the island of Manukura, a French colony in the South Seas, the plot involves a native named Terangi who marries Marama and sails to Tahiti.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Kanopy, Fawesome | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Plex | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: John Ford
- **Networks / Studios**: Samuel Goldwyn Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jon Hall** as *Terangi*
- **Dorothy Lamour** as *Marama*
- **Raymond Massey** as *DeLaage*
- **Mary Astor** as *Mme. DeLaage*
- **C. Aubrey Smith** as *Father Paul*
- **Thomas Mitchell** as *Dr. Kersaint*
- **Jerome Cowan** as *Captain Nagle*
- **Al Kikume** as *Chief Mehevi*
- **John Carradine** as *Guard Captain*
- **Kuulei De Clercq** as *Tita*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Hurricane online?
The Hurricane is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Hurricane worth watching?
The Hurricane holds a community rating of 6.7/10 based on 60 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Adventure for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Hurricane and when was it released?
The Hurricane is a feature film with a runtime of 104 minutes. It was released in 1937. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Hurricane?
The Hurricane was directed by John Ford.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Hurricane — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/77250)
- [The Hurricane (1937) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0029030/fullcredits/)
- [The Hurricane (1937 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Hurricane_(1937_film))
- [The Hurricane (1937) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/77250-the-hurricane/cast)
- [The Hurricane (1937) - Photos, Cast & Movie Stills](https://www.virtual-history.com/movie/film/920/the-hurricane)
- [The Hurricane (1999) – Films & Series – OutNow](https://outnow.ch/en/Movies/1999/Hurricane/)

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