Lightnin' (1925): cast, story & where to watch
1925 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1925, Lightnin' is a comedy and drama film directed by John Ford, running about 104 minutes. “As Human and Dramatic As the Life Story of Your Best Friend” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set in a hotel straddling the border between California and Nevada, this early John Ford comedy follows a female hotel owner's efforts to turn a profit and get some work out of her husband.
Who’s in it. Lightnin' stars Jay Hunt as Lightnin' Bill Jones, Wallace MacDonald as John Marvin, Richard Travers as Raymond Thomas and J. Farrell MacDonald as Lemuel Townsend, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Lightnin' has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lightnin' page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lightnin' tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lightnin' (1925)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lightnin' change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lightnin' worth watching?
- Lightnin' holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lightnin'?
- Lightnin' stars Jay Hunt, Wallace MacDonald, Richard Travers, J. Farrell MacDonald and Otis Harlan.
- When was Lightnin' released?
- Lightnin' was released in 1925, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.