Sergeant York (1941)
Kernel Score: 79% · 228 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: War, Drama
Released: 1941-09-27
Runtime: 134 minutes
Where to watch Sergeant York
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Plex, Tubi
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- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Alvin York a hillbilly sharpshooter transforms himself from ruffian to religious pacifist. He is then called to serve his country and despite deep religious and moral objections to fighting becomes one of the most celebrated American heroes of WWI.
Sergeant York parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that Sergeant York is a WWI biopic about a pacifist-turned-war-hero, with wartime combat and themes of faith and patriotism.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Includes WWI combat scenes as the protagonist becomes a decorated infantry hero.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: A little — Early scenes reference the protagonist's past drinking before his religious conversion.
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 Alvin C. York
- Walter Brennan as Pastor Rosier Pile
- Joan Leslie as Gracie Williams
- George Tobias as "Pusher" Ross
- Stanley Ridges as Major Buxton
- Margaret Wycherly as Mother York
- Ward Bond as Ike Botkin
- Noah Beery Jr. as Buck Lipscomb
- June Lockhart as Rosie York
- Dickie Moore as George York
Sergeant York FAQ
Is Sergeant York good?
Sergeant York has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 228 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Sergeant York?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Plex and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Sergeant York OK for kids?
Sergeant York is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Sergeant York is a WWI biopic about a pacifist-turned-war-hero, with wartime combat and themes of faith and patriotism.
What movies are like Sergeant York?
If you liked Sergeant York, try Johnny Got His Gun, The Longest Day, Gettysburg and Devotion.