Ma and Pa Baxter have battled bears, floods, rattlesnakes, hunger, disease, and ornery neighbors for years, but somehow they've prevailed during the toughest pioneer times. Now it's their son, Jody, who will face his own set of challenges.
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Is The Yearling worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch score
Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58 (IMDb 6.3).
Is The Yearling okay for kids?
NRViolenceDisturbing imagery
Yes: it's rated NR in the United States for violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.
Is The Yearling plot-driven or character-driven?
CharactersPlot
Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.