Mutiny on the Bounty (1935)
Kernel Score: 83% · 375 ratings
Genres: Adventure, Drama, History
Released: 1935-11-22
Runtime: 132 minutes
Where to watch Mutiny on the Bounty
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Fletcher Christian successfully leads a revolt against the ruthless Captain Bligh on the HMS Bounty. However, Bligh returns one year later, hell bent on revenge.
Mutiny on the Bounty parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that Mutiny on the Bounty is a classic adventure drama depicting brutal shipboard discipline, flogging, and a violent mutiny.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts flogging and harsh, tyrannical treatment of the crew that leads to a violent mutiny.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Frank Lloyd
Cast
- Charles Laughton as Captaine Bligh
- Clark Gable as Lieutenant Fletcher Christian
- Franchot Tone as Roger Byam
- Herbert Mundin as Smith
- Eddie Quillan as Tommy Ellison
- Dudley Digges as Bacchus
- Donald Crisp as Thomas Burkitt
- Henry Stephenson as Joseph Banks
- Francis Lister as Captain Nelson
- Spring Byington as Mrs. Byam
Mutiny on the Bounty FAQ
Is Mutiny on the Bounty good?
Mutiny on the Bounty has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 375 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Mutiny on the Bounty?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Mutiny on the Bounty OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Mutiny on the Bounty is a classic adventure drama depicting brutal shipboard discipline, flogging, and a violent mutiny.
What movies are like Mutiny on the Bounty?
If you liked Mutiny on the Bounty, try Mutiny on the Bounty, Amistad, Gangs of New York and Emancipation.