Good Day for a Hanging
“HANGING'S TOO GOOD FOR A RAT LIKE THIS!”
Synopsis
When the local sheriff is killed after a bank robbery, ex-lawman Ben Cutler collars the apparent killer, Eddie Campbell. Because of his background as a local youth who spent time living with the Cutlers, Eddie gets the benefit of the doubt from Ben's daughter and his wife-to-be. Ben is firm that Eddie is guilty, and as the matter is debated in a divisive court battle, it will soon become clear whether he's right.
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GOOD DAY FOR A HANGING (1959) Theatrical Trailer - Fred MacMurray, Margaret Hayes, Robert Vaughn
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-12-19
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Fred MacMurray
Marshal Ben Cutler
Margaret Hayes
Ruth Granger
Robert Vaughn
Eddie 'The Kid' Campbell
Joan Blackman
Laurie Cutler
James Drury
Paul Ridgely
Wendell Holmes
Tallant Joslin, Prosecutor
Edmon Ryan
William P. Selby, Attorney
Stacy Harris
Coley
Kathryn Card
Mrs. Molly Cain
Emile Meyer
Marshal Hiram Cain
Bing Russell
George Fletcher
Russell Thorson
Harry Landers
Denver Pyle
Deputy Ed Moore
Phil Chambers
Deputy William Avery
Howard McNear
Olson
Rusty Swope
Midge Granger
Helen Jay
Townswoman
Frank Wilcox
Judge R. Frazier
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1959
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nathan Juran
- Screenplay & Story
- Daniel B. Ullman, Maurice Zimm
- Original Title
- Good Day for a Hanging
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures, Morningside Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nathan Juran
Daniel B. Ullman, Maurice Zimm, John Reese
Henry Freulich
Jerome Thoms
Charles H. Schneer
Department Leadership Roster
Nathan Juran
Director
Daniel B. Ullman
Screenplay
Maurice Zimm
Screenplay
Henry Freulich
Director of Photography
Jerome Thoms
Editor
Charles H. Schneer
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Good Day for a Hanging about?
When the local sheriff is killed after a bank robbery, ex-lawman Ben Cutler collars the apparent killer, Eddie Campbell. Because of his background as a local youth who spent time living with the Cutlers, Eddie gets the benefit of the doubt from Ben's daughter and his wife-to-be. Ben is firm that Eddie is guilty, and as the matter is debated in a divisive court battle, it will soon become clear whether he's right.
Who directed Good Day for a Hanging?
Good Day for a Hanging was directed by Nathan Juran.
Who stars in Good Day for a Hanging?
The principal cast of Good Day for a Hanging includes Fred MacMurray, Margaret Hayes, Robert Vaughn, Joan Blackman, James Drury.
When was Good Day for a Hanging released and how long is it?
Good Day for a Hanging was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Good Day for a Hanging?
Good Day for a Hanging holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).