The Shepherd of the Hills 1941
“He Tamed Their Wild Hearts With His Courage and Won Them With His Love”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Director
- Henry Hathaway
- Network
- Paramount Pictures
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is The Shepherd of the Hills?
The Shepherd of the Hills is a drama and western film released in the United States on July 18, 1941, with a runtime of one hour and thirty-eight minutes. The story centers on Young Matt Matthews, an Ozark Mountains moonshiner who hates the father he has never seen because the father apparently deserted Matt's mother and left her to die.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1941
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 18, 1941
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Paramount Pictures
- Genres
- Drama, Western
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.6/10 from 65 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~98 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Paramount Pictures
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The Shepherd of the Hills is a drama and western film released in the United States on July 18, 1941, with a runtime of one hour and thirty-eight minutes. The story centers on Young Matt Matthews, an Ozark Mountains moonshiner who hates the father he has never seen because the father apparently deserted Matt's mother and left her to die. This obsession contributes to widespread hatred in the mountains. However, a stranger named Daniel Howitt arrives and begins to positively affect the mountain people, helping them learn to shed their hatred under his gentle influence.
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“A gripping exploration of drama and western that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Where can I stream or watch The Shepherd of the Hills online?
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Is The Shepherd of the Hills worth watching?
The Shepherd of the Hills holds a community rating of 6.6/10 based on 65 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Western for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Shepherd of the Hills and when was it released?
The Shepherd of the Hills is a feature film with a runtime of 98 minutes. It was released in 1941. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Shepherd of the Hills?
The Shepherd of the Hills was directed by Henry Hathaway.
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