High Noon (1952)
Kernel Score: 86% · 1,545 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Western, Drama, Thriller
Released: 1952-06-09
Runtime: 85 minutes
Where to watch High Noon
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, YouTube Free
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Will Kane, the sheriff of a small town in New Mexico, learns a notorious outlaw he put in jail has been freed, and will be arriving on the noon train. Knowing the outlaw and his gang are coming to kill him, Kane is determined to stand his ground, so he attempts to gather a posse from among the local townspeople.
High Noon parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that this classic Western builds tension toward a violent showdown between a sheriff and an outlaw gang.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Builds to a gunfight showdown, brawls, and a shootout typical of Western tension.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Gary Cooper as Marshal Will Kane
- Thomas Mitchell as Mayor Jonas Henderson
- Lloyd Bridges as Deputy Marshal Harvey Pell
- Katy Jurado as Helen Ramírez
- Grace Kelly as Amy Fowler Kane
- Otto Kruger as Judge Percy Mettrick
- Lon Chaney Jr. as Martin Howe
- Harry Morgan as Sam Fuller
- Ian MacDonald as Frank Miller
- Eve McVeagh as Mildred Fuller
High Noon FAQ
Is High Noon good?
High Noon has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,545 audience ratings.
Where can I watch High Noon?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome and YouTube Free and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is High Noon OK for kids?
High Noon is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that this classic Western builds tension toward a violent showdown between a sheriff and an outlaw gang.
What movies are like High Noon?
If you liked High Noon, try Shane, Rio Bravo, Open Range and The Gunfighter.