Way Down East (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1935, Way Down East is a drama and romance film directed by Henry King, running about 80 minutes. “The Great American Melodrama!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A family living on a farm in Maine takes in a young woman to stay with them, not knowing that the woman is not quite what she seems and has a secret in her past that she hasn't told them about.
Who’s in it. Way Down East stars Rochelle Hudson as Anna Moore, Henry Fonda as David Bartlett, Spring Byington as Mrs. Louisa Bartlett and Russell Simpson as Squire Amasa Bartlett, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Way Down East has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Way Down East page.
If you liked it. Fans of Way Down East tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Way Down East (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Way Down East change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Way Down East worth watching?
- Way Down East holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Way Down East?
- Way Down East stars Rochelle Hudson, Henry Fonda, Spring Byington, Russell Simpson and Slim Summerville.
- When was Way Down East released?
- Way Down East was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.