Tom Sawyer (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1930, Tom Sawyer is a comedy, drama and adventure film directed by John Cromwell, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. The classic Mark Twain tale of a young boy and his friends on the Mississippi River. Tom and his pals Huckleberry Finn and Joe Harper have numerous adventures, including running away to be pirates and, being believed drowned, attending their own funeral. The boys also witness a murder and Tom and his friend Becky Thatcher are pursued by the vengeful murderer.
Who’s in it. Tom Sawyer stars Jackie Coogan as Tom Sawyer, Junior Durkin as Huckleberry Finn, Mitzi Green as Becky Thatcher and Lucien Littlefield as Schoolteacher, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Tom Sawyer has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $11M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tom Sawyer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tom Sawyer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tom Sawyer (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tom Sawyer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tom Sawyer worth watching?
- Tom Sawyer holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tom Sawyer?
- Tom Sawyer stars Jackie Coogan, Junior Durkin, Mitzi Green, Lucien Littlefield and Tully Marshall.
- When was Tom Sawyer released?
- Tom Sawyer was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.