Babe (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1975, Babe is a drama and tv movie film directed by Buzz Kulik, running about 97 minutes. “The Babe Didrikson Zaharias Story” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This is the life story of Babe Didrikson Zaharias, one of the greatest athletes of the 20th century, from her early Texas tomboy days to her Gold Medal triumphs at the 1932 Olympics, her remarkable career as a champion golfer, her fulfilling marriage to wrestler George Zaharias, and the final battle with the only thing tougher than she was.
Who’s in it. Babe stars Susan Clark as Mildred 'Babe' Didrikson Zaharias, Alex Karras as George Zaharias, Slim Pickens as Colonel M.J. McCombs and Jeanette Nolan as Hannah Marie Didrikson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Babe has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Babe page.
If you liked it. Fans of Babe tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Babe (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Babe change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Babe worth watching?
- Babe holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Babe?
- Babe stars Susan Clark, Alex Karras, Slim Pickens, Jeanette Nolan and Ellen Geer.
- When was Babe released?
- Babe was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.