East of Eden (1955)
Kernel Score: 84% · 797 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Drama
Released: 1955-04-10
Runtime: 115 minutes
Where to watch East of Eden
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In the Salinas Valley in and around World War I, Cal Trask feels he must compete against overwhelming odds with his brother for the love of their father. Cal is frustrated at every turn, from his reaction to the war, how to get ahead in business and in life, and how to relate to his estranged mother.
East of Eden parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that East of Eden is a classic family drama about sibling rivalry and a strained father-son relationship, rated PG.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Some emotional and interpersonal conflict but little physical violence.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- James Dean as Cal Trask
- Julie Harris as Abra Bacon
- Raymond Massey as Adam Trask
- Richard Davalos as Aron Trask
- Jo Van Fleet as Kate Trask
- Burl Ives as Sam the Sheriff
- Albert Dekker as Will Hamilton
- Lois Smith as Anne
- Harold Gordon as Gustav Albrecht
- Nick Dennis as Rantani
East of Eden FAQ
Is East of Eden good?
East of Eden has an 84% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 797 audience ratings.
Where can I watch East of Eden?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is East of Eden OK for kids?
East of Eden is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that East of Eden is a classic family drama about sibling rivalry and a strained father-son relationship, rated PG.
What movies are like East of Eden?
If you liked East of Eden, try Rebel Without a Cause, To Kill a Mockingbird, Train Dreams and The Color Purple.