High Noon1952High Noon
1952
On the morning he marries and turns in his badge, Marshal Will Kane learns that a killer he sent to prison is arriving on the noon train, with his gang waiting at the station. As the clock ticks toward noon, Kane goes door to door looking for help, and finds the town he served turning away.
The default: films the whole family can watch together; any scary or intense moments for the littlest viewers are flagged in the Context Notes.
Why it’s here
A marshal stands alone against killers when the respectable town deserts him. A taut, real-time picture of duty, courage, and a wife's agonizing choice.
Context notes
For parents, before you press play.
A final shootout with several deaths, tense for little ones, and saloon drinking. Amy, a Quaker, sets aside her pacifism to save her husband, which sets conviction against duty and is worth talking about; Kane's past with another woman is implied.
High Noon (1952)
Discussion questions
When the credits end, go around the room. Each person gives the film a score out of ten and says why.
- Why did Will Kane stay when everyone told him to go?
- Why wouldn't the townspeople help? Were they cowards?
- What did you think of Amy's choice at the end?
- How did the clock make you feel?
Content advisory
Common Sense Media 11+: a climactic shootout; saloon drinking.
Trailer
Best edition
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High Noon 4K Blu-ray (4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray)
4K · May 7, 2024
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