The Big Sky
Two tough Kentucky mountaineers join a trading expedition from St. Louis up the Missouri River to trade whisky for furs with the Blackfoot Indians. They soon discover that there is much more than the elements to contend with.
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Frequently asked questions about The Big Sky
Where can I watch The Big Sky in the United States?
The Big Sky is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The Big Sky?
The Big Sky scores 6.6 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Big Sky?
The Big Sky stars Kirk Douglas, Dewey Martin, Elizabeth Threatt, Arthur Hunnicutt, and Buddy Baer. Howard Hawks is the director.
How long is The Big Sky?
The Big Sky runs 2h 13m (133 minutes).
When did The Big Sky come out?
The Big Sky was released on August 19, 1952.
Which studio made The Big Sky?
The Big Sky was produced by RKO Radio Pictures and Winchester Pictures Corporation in the United States.
What was the budget for The Big Sky?
The Big Sky was made on a budget of $2,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.