Spencer's Mountain
"Clayboy's schoolteacher impresses upon Clayboy the following phrase, "The world steps aside to let a man pass, if he knows where he is going""
Originally released in 1963. Spencer's Mountain is a drama/family film. directed by Delmer Daves.
Starring Henry Fonda, Maureen O'Hara, and James MacArthur
Synopsis
Clay Spencer and his wife, Olivia, live in a small town deep in the mountains. When Clay isn't busy drinking with his buddies or railing against the town minister, he's building the house he's always promised Olivia. He is overjoyed when he learns his eldest son will be the first Spencer to attend college, if he can resist the charms of a pretty local girl and rustle up the money for tuition.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 16, 1963
62 years ago
Runtime
1h 58m
118 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (39 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Henry Fonda
as Clay Spencer
Maureen O'Hara
as Olivia Spencer
James MacArthur
as Clayboy Spencer
Donald Crisp
as Grandpa Spencer
Wally Cox
as Preacher Goodman
Mimsy Farmer
as Claris Coleman
Virginia Gregg
as Miss Parker
Lillian Bronson
as Grandma Spencer
Whit Bissell
as Dr. Campbell
Hayden Rorke
as Colonel Coleman
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spencer's Mountain about?
Clay Spencer and his wife, Olivia, live in a small town deep in the mountains. When Clay isn't busy drinking with his buddies or railing against the town minister, he's building the house he's alwa...
Who directed Spencer's Mountain?
Spencer's Mountain was directed by Delmer Daves.
How long is Spencer's Mountain?
Spencer's Mountain has a runtime of 1 hours and 58 minutes (118 minutes total).
When was Spencer's Mountain released?
Spencer's Mountain was released on May 16, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Spencer's Mountain?
The main cast of Spencer's Mountain includes Henry Fonda, Maureen O'Hara, James MacArthur, Donald Crisp, Wally Cox.