The Hoosier Schoolmaster (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1935, The Hoosier Schoolmaster is a drama film directed by Lewis D. Collins, running about 75 minutes. “OUT OF THE BOOK..INTO THE SCREEN AND INTO YOUR HEART” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Right after the Civil War, an ex-Union soldier sets out to become a schoolmaster in his small town, even though many locals still harbor a resentment against "Yankees". He goes up against the town bully, who both want the same girl, and his troubles multiply when a vicious band of nightriders set out to drive him out of town.
Who’s in it. The Hoosier Schoolmaster stars Norman Foster as Ralph Hartsook, Charlotte Henry as Hannah, Dorothy Libaire as Martha Means and Tommy Bupp as Shocky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Hoosier Schoolmaster has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hoosier Schoolmaster page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hoosier Schoolmaster tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hoosier Schoolmaster (1935)?
- In US, The Hoosier Schoolmaster is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Hoosier Schoolmaster worth watching?
- The Hoosier Schoolmaster holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Hoosier Schoolmaster?
- The Hoosier Schoolmaster stars Norman Foster, Charlotte Henry, Dorothy Libaire, Tommy Bupp and Otis Harlan.