Bitter Springs (1950): cast, story & where to watch

1950 · Film · ★ 6.4

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Released in 1950, Bitter Springs is a drama and adventure film directed by Ralph Smart, running about 89 minutes.

What it’s about. A family buy land set around a water hole in a remote location, that is occupied by native Australians. The two groups clash.

Who’s in it. Bitter Springs stars Tommy Trinder as Tommy, Chips Rafferty as Wally King, Gordon Jackson as Mac and Jean Blue as Ma King, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Bitter Springs has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bitter Springs page.

If you liked it. Fans of Bitter Springs tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Bitter Springs (1950)?
In GB, Bitter Springs is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Bitter Springs worth watching?
Bitter Springs holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Bitter Springs?
Bitter Springs stars Tommy Trinder, Chips Rafferty, Gordon Jackson, Jean Blue and Michael Pate.
When was Bitter Springs released?
Bitter Springs was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.